Alex vs Cody
Comparing Alex and Cody? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Alex ranks in the Top 500 tier and traces to Greek naming roots (meaning "Defending man"). Cody sits in the Top 500 tier with Irish origins (meaning "Helpful, pillow").
Alex
- Meaning: Defending man
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Alex name page
Cody
- Meaning: Helpful, pillow
- Origin: Irish
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Cody name page
Which name is more popular: Alex or Cody?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Alex ranks higher (Top 500) than Cody (Top 500).