Koda
Koda is a boys' name of Native American origin meaning “friend, ally, companion.” It ranked #410 in the United States in 2025. Koda derives from the Lakota Sioux word 'koda' meaning friend or ally.
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how do you pronounce Koda?
KOH-dah
more about Koda
In Lakota culture, friendship is a sacred bond — the concept of 'kola' (male friend) or 'koda' (companion) carries the weight of unbreakable loyalty and mutual obligation, deeper than casual acquaintance.
how popular is this name?
Koda has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 11 years since 2004, and fell outside it for 11. It peaked at #410 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #410 |
| 2024 | #464 |
| 2023 | #411 |
| 2022 | #467 |
| 2021 | #519 |
| 2020 | #588 |
| 2019 | #633 |
| 2018 | #703 |
| 2017 | #864 |
| 2016 | #927 |
| 2004 | #930 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Koda fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Koda?
- Koda (character in Disney's Brother Bear)
- Koda Kumi (Japanese singer, though different etymology)
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Sibling names that share Koda's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Koda
What does the name Koda mean?
Koda means “friend, ally, companion”.
What is the origin of the name Koda?
Koda comes from the Native American naming tradition.
How popular is the name Koda?
Koda ranked #410 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2025, at #410, and it has spent 11 years in the top 1,000 since 2004.
Is Koda a boy or girl name?
Koda is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Koda?
Koda is pronounced KOH-dah, with 2 syllables.
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