Coda
18% girls · 82% boys
About Coda
Coda is a masculine name with Italian musical origins, derived from the term meaning 'tail' or 'ending' in music notation, indicating the concluding passage of a piece. This contemporary name has gained modest attention among parents in creative fields, particularly musicians and composers. As a given name, Coda suggests finality, completion, or culmination—symbolizing the perfect finishing touch to a family. Its brief, two-syllable structure offers simplicity while remaining distinctive. The name carries artistic associations while maintaining an accessible sound pattern. Though still uncommon in mainstream usage, Coda appeals to parents seeking a modern, meaningful name with musical connections and a contemporary edge.
Coda is also given to girls, where it ranks #8986 in the US.
Pronounced KO-duh.
As of October 2026, Coda ranked #2650 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2248 in 2004.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,046 | 37 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | #3,704 | 29 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | #3,068 | 38 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | #3,136 | 37 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | #3,114 | 37 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | #2,864 | 43 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | #2,626 | 48 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | #2,828 | 44 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | #2,565 | 53 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | #3,012 | 41 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | #2,440 | 56 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | #2,650 | 49 | — | 0 |
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