Cody Kimber

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cody Kimber — Celtic
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cody Kimber 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 Kimber: Kimber is a surname and a given name. People with the surname Arnold Kimber (born 1947), Estonian politician Bobbie Kimber, English ventriloquist Chawne Kimber, African-American mathematician and quilter Edward Kimber (1719–1769), English novelist, journalist, and compiler of reference works; son of Isaac Kimber Isaac Kimber (1692–1755), English General Baptist minister, biographer, and journalist Jalen Kimber (born 2001), American football player Jarrod Kimber, Australian cricket writer and film-maker William Kimber, English musician Kimber Henry, in the American television series Nip/Tuck Ki. 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: Kimber

English

Kimber is a surname and a given name. People with the surname Arnold Kimber (born 1947), Estonian politician Bobbie Kimber, English ventriloquist Chawne Kimber, African-American mathematician and quilter Edward Kimber (1719–1769), English novelist, journalist, and compiler of reference works; son of Isaac Kimber Isaac Kimber (1692–1755), English General Baptist minister, biographer, and journalist Jalen Kimber (born 2001), American football player Jarrod Kimber, Australian cricket writer and film-maker William Kimber, English musician Kimber Henry, in the American television series Nip/Tuck Ki.

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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 Kimber

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 Kimber:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Kimber?
The surname Kimber originates from English. Kimber is a surname and a given name. People with the surname Arnold Kimber (born 1947), Estonian politician Bobbie Kimber, English ventriloquist Chawne Kimber, African-American mathematician and quilter Edward Kimber (1719–1769), English novelist, journalist, and compiler of reference works; son of Isaac Kimber Isaac Kimber (1692–1755), English General Baptist minister, biographer, and journalist Jalen Kimber (born 2001), American football player Jarrod Kimber, Australian cricket writer and film-maker William Kimber, English musician Kimber Henry, in the American television series Nip/Tuck Ki.
What are the origins of the name Cody Kimber?
The name Cody Kimber combines two different traditions: the first name Cody has Celtic roots, while the surname Kimber originates from English.
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