The baby name Kodah is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkoʊdə/ (KOH-dah).
Kodah is English, Japanese, Native American in Origin.
The baby name Kodah is a Unisex name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈkoʊdə/ (KOH-dah).
Kodah is English, Japanese, Native American in Origin.
Kodah is a modern English given name, most often a respelling of Koda, drawn from the Dakota/Lakota word koda meaning “friend” or “ally.” It gained wider visibility in North America in the early 21st century - especially after the 2003 film Brother Bear introduced a cub named Koda - and is used for both boys and girls. The -h ending is stylistic, aligning with names like Jonah or Micah.
Variants and related forms include Koda (the standard spelling), Coda (influenced by the Italian musical term for a piece’s ending), Kota (also a nickname for Dakota), and the Japanese surname Kōda/Koda, whose meaning varies by kanji. While Kodah borrows a Siouan word, it is not a traditional Native naming practice. Overall, parents choose Kodah for its warm “friend” meaning, compact sound, and contemporary, nature-tinged vibe.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GH | 0 | #248 | 1 | 5,396 | |
| Canada | Boys | 2019 | #323 | 5 | 2,618 |
| LY | 0 | #559 | 1 | 12,703 | |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #560 | 1 | 11,671 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #860 | 33 | 7,044 |
| United States | Girls | 2021 | #915 | 6 | 8,741 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,014 | 1 | 25,931 |
Kodah is popular in 6 countries — most recent births per country:
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