Cody Kent

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cody Kent — Celtic
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cody Kent 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 Kent: Ariella Kent, DC Comics character and Superman's daughter Bethlehem Kent, a recurring character in Crabtree Mystery Brian Kent, a medieval hero known as the Silent Knight Clark Kent, the secret identity of Superman Chris Kent, Superman's adopted son Conner Kent, a clone of Superman and Lex Luthor Gabriel Kent, a character in The Bill Jonathan and Martha Kent, Superman's adoptive parents Jon Lane Kent, the son of Superman and Lois Lane from an alternate future Jonathan Samuel Kent, the present-day son of Superman and Lois Lane The Kents, fictional characters from The Kent Family Chronicles Gilb. 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: Kent

English

Ariella Kent, DC Comics character and Superman's daughter Bethlehem Kent, a recurring character in Crabtree Mystery Brian Kent, a medieval hero known as the Silent Knight Clark Kent, the secret identity of Superman Chris Kent, Superman's adopted son Conner Kent, a clone of Superman and Lex Luthor Gabriel Kent, a character in The Bill Jonathan and Martha Kent, Superman's adoptive parents Jon Lane Kent, the son of Superman and Lois Lane from an alternate future Jonathan Samuel Kent, the present-day son of Superman and Lois Lane The Kents, fictional characters from The Kent Family Chronicles Gilb.

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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:

1900s
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Notable People Named Cody Kent

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 Kent:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

11
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Kent?
The surname Kent originates from English. Ariella Kent, DC Comics character and Superman's daughter Bethlehem Kent, a recurring character in Crabtree Mystery Brian Kent, a medieval hero known as the Silent Knight Clark Kent, the secret identity of Superman Chris Kent, Superman's adopted son Conner Kent, a clone of Superman and Lex Luthor Gabriel Kent, a character in The Bill Jonathan and Martha Kent, Superman's adoptive parents Jon Lane Kent, the son of Superman and Lois Lane from an alternate future Jonathan Samuel Kent, the present-day son of Superman and Lois Lane The Kents, fictional characters from The Kent Family Chronicles Gilb.
What are the origins of the name Cody Kent?
The name Cody Kent combines two different traditions: the first name Cody has Celtic roots, while the surname Kent originates from English.
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