Cody Cavender

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cody Cavender — Celtic
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cody Cavender is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Cody is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Cody is a name in the English language, ultimately of Irish origin. Spellings include Codi, Codie, Coedee, Kodi, Kodie, and Kody. Other variants are Coady and Codey. According to A Dictionary of First Names, Cody is "a transferred use of the Irish surname, an Anglicized form of Gaelic O'Cuidighthigh meaning 'descendant of Cuidightheach' (originally a byname for a helpful person), or of Mac Óda 'son of Óda' (a personal name of uncertain origin)". In the United States, the name Cody is often associated with the west, specifically California. The surname Cavender: Angela Lynn Cavender, birth name of Waziyatawin (born 1968), Native American professor, author and activist George R. Cavender (1919–2004), American music educator Glen Cavender (1883–1962), American film actor Harmon Cavender, fictional angel in "Cavender Is Coming", a Twilight Zone episode Cavenders Creek, a stream in Georgia, United States Cavender's, an American western wear retail chain Cody is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 95K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Cody reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cody

Celtic

Cody is a name in the English language, ultimately of Irish origin. Spellings include Codi, Codie, Coedee, Kodi, Kodie, and Kody. Other variants are Coady and Codey. According to A Dictionary of First Names, Cody is "a transferred use of the Irish surname, an Anglicized form of Gaelic O'Cuidighthigh meaning 'descendant of Cuidightheach' (originally a byname for a helpful person), or of Mac Óda 'son of Óda' (a personal name of uncertain origin)". In the United States, the name Cody is often associated with the west, specifically California.

Surname: Cavender

English

Angela Lynn Cavender, birth name of Waziyatawin (born 1968), Native American professor, author and activist George R. Cavender (1919–2004), American music educator Glen Cavender (1883–1962), American film actor Harmon Cavender, fictional angel in "Cavender Is Coming", a Twilight Zone episode Cavenders Creek, a stream in Georgia, United States Cavender's, an American western wear retail chain

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cody is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Cody by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Cody Cavender

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Cody Cavender:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Cody?
The first name Cody originates from Celtic. Cody is a name in the English language, ultimately of Irish origin. Spellings include Codi, Codie, Coedee, Kodi, Kodie, and Kody. Other variants are Coady and Codey. According to A Dictionary of First Names, Cody is "a transferred use of the Irish surname, an Anglicized form of Gaelic O'Cuidighthigh meaning 'descendant of Cuidightheach' (originally a byname for a helpful person), or of Mac Óda 'son of Óda' (a personal name of uncertain origin)". In the United States, the name Cody is often associated with the west, specifically California.
When was Cody most popular?
The name Cody reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cavender?
The surname Cavender originates from English. Angela Lynn Cavender, birth name of Waziyatawin (born 1968), Native American professor, author and activist George R. Cavender (1919–2004), American music educator Glen Cavender (1883–1962), American film actor Harmon Cavender, fictional angel in "Cavender Is Coming", a Twilight Zone episode Cavenders Creek, a stream in Georgia, United States Cavender's, an American western wear retail chain
What are the origins of the name Cody Cavender?
The name Cody Cavender combines two different traditions: the first name Cody has Celtic roots, while the surname Cavender originates from English.
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