Coddy is a diminutive form of the name Cody, which itself is derived from an Old English word meaning "helpful" or "warrior". The name gained popularity in North America during the mid-20th century due to its usage among celebrities like the actor and musician Cody Martin and the baseball player Cody Bellinger. Today, Coddy remains a unique yet approachable choice for parents seeking a distinctive first name for their child.
The name Coddy had a notable start with 10 births in 1991, but experienced a decline to just 5 births two years later in 1993. The year 1994 saw a slight recovery with 7 births, making the total number of births over these three years 22.