Cody Rhodes
Professional wrestler, AEW co-founder and executive
Cody Garrett Helmuth (born July 30, 1985), professionally known as Cody Rhodes, is an American professional wrestler and executive who represents the second generation of a legendary wrestling family. The son of WWE Hall of Famer Dusty Rhodes, Cody initially wrestled in WWE before departing to pursue opportunities in other promotions, including a significant run in New Japan Pro Wrestling. He co-founded All Elite Wrestling (AEW) in 2019 and served as an executive vice president while also competing as one of the promotion's top stars. Rhodes is known for his charismatic promos, technical wrestling ability, and creative storytelling in the ring. He has held multiple world championships and has been instrumental in shaping AEW's creative direction. His career has been marked by his efforts to establish his own legacy independent of his father's shadow while honoring his family's wrestling heritage.
Athlete
American
1985
Thinking about the name
Cody
Irish origin
“Derived from the Irish surname Ó Codaigh, meaning 'descendant of Coda' (where Coda likely means 'helpful' or 'cushion'). Cody gained widespread popularity in the 1980s–90s as a given name, partly inspired by Buffalo Bill Cody and the rugged American frontier spirit. The name feels modern yet grounded, with a friendly, approachable quality that appeals across generations.”