Cody in Chinese
Cody in Chinese is 科迪 (Kē Dí).
- Origin
- Irish
- Meaning
- helpful
The name traces back to Irish sources, where it is usually explained as "helpful". It first shows up in US Social Security records in 1884 and peaked in 1992.
3 ways to write Cody
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
科迪
Kē Dí
The standard transliteration of Cody: 科 (kē, "science; branch of study"), 迪 (dí, "to enlighten, guide"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
The mapping is one character per syllable: 科 (kē) carries "co", 迪 (dí) carries "dy". The tone contour is 1-2 (high level, rising).
Character breakdown
18 strokes total (simplified)- 科
kē
Tone 1 · 9 strokes (simplified)
science; branch of study
- 迪
dí
Tone 2 · 9 strokes (simplified)
to enlighten, guide
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
天赐
Tiān Cì
Inspired by "helpful": 天 (tiān, "heaven, sky") + 赐 (cì, "to bestow; gift"), expressing love, joy and blessings.
Why these characters?
The idea of "helpful" behind Cody is rendered by 天, "heaven, sky"; 赐, "to bestow; gift", completes it.
Character breakdown
16 strokes total (simplified)- 天
tiān
Tone 1 · 4 strokes (simplified)
heaven, sky
- 赐
cì
Tone 4 · 12 strokes (simplified)
to bestow; gift
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
科喜
Kē Xǐ
科 (kē, "science; branch of study") + 喜 (xǐ, "happiness, joy"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
It keeps 科 (kē), the same opening character as the transliteration 科迪, for the "co" sound, and replaces the rest with 喜 ("happiness, joy") so the whole reads as a real given name.
Character breakdown
21 strokes total (simplified)- 科
kē
Tone 1 · 9 strokes (simplified)
science; branch of study
- 喜
xǐ
Tone 3 · 12 strokes (simplified)
happiness, joy
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Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 282,756 boys named Cody since 1884, with the high point in 1992 (19,875 births) and the busiest decade being the 1990s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #31 to #278 among boys.
- Peak year
- 1992
- Peak decade
- 1990s
- First year
- 1884
- Total since 1880
- 282,756
More About Cody in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Cody offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Cody, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for boys, you might also be interested in Gabriel in Chinese, Jeremy in Chinese, and Sean in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Patrick in Chinese, Caleb in Chinese, and Elijah in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Cody, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Cody to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cody in Chinese characters?
科迪 (Kē Dí), identical in simplified and traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
Is there a Chinese name for Cody with real meaning?
Try 天赐 (Tiān Cì): heaven, sky + to bestow; gift, inspired by "helpful". For something that still sounds like Cody, 科喜 (Kē Xǐ) is a middle ground.
How popular is the name Cody?
US Social Security records show 282,756 boys named Cody since 1884, with the high point in 1992 (19,875 births) and the busiest decade being the 1990s. Between 1990 and 2017 it slipped, from #31 to #278 among boys.