Cody Whitlock

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cody Whitlock — Celtic
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cody Whitlock 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 Whitlock: Albert Whitlock (1915–1999), English motion picture matte artist Anna Whitlock (1852–1930), Swedish feminist Barbara Ann Whitlock (born 1967), American botanist Billy Whitlock (1813–1878), American blackface performer Bob Whitlock (born 1949), Canadian ice hockey player Bob Whitlock (musician) (1931–2015), American jazz double-bassist Bobby Whitlock (1948–2025), American singer, songwriter and musician Brand Whitlock (1869–1934), American municipal reformer, diplomat, journalist, and author David W. Whitlock (born 1962), American university president, author, Baptist minister E. 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: Whitlock

English

Albert Whitlock (1915–1999), English motion picture matte artist Anna Whitlock (1852–1930), Swedish feminist Barbara Ann Whitlock (born 1967), American botanist Billy Whitlock (1813–1878), American blackface performer Bob Whitlock (born 1949), Canadian ice hockey player Bob Whitlock (musician) (1931–2015), American jazz double-bassist Bobby Whitlock (1948–2025), American singer, songwriter and musician Brand Whitlock (1869–1934), American municipal reformer, diplomat, journalist, and author David W. Whitlock (born 1962), American university president, author, Baptist minister E.

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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 Whitlock

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 Whitlock:

4
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Whitlock?
The surname Whitlock originates from English. Albert Whitlock (1915–1999), English motion picture matte artist Anna Whitlock (1852–1930), Swedish feminist Barbara Ann Whitlock (born 1967), American botanist Billy Whitlock (1813–1878), American blackface performer Bob Whitlock (born 1949), Canadian ice hockey player Bob Whitlock (musician) (1931–2015), American jazz double-bassist Bobby Whitlock (1948–2025), American singer, songwriter and musician Brand Whitlock (1869–1934), American municipal reformer, diplomat, journalist, and author David W. Whitlock (born 1962), American university president, author, Baptist minister E.
What are the origins of the name Cody Whitlock?
The name Cody Whitlock combines two different traditions: the first name Cody has Celtic roots, while the surname Whitlock originates from English.
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