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Todd
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
283,295
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1964
Peak Popularity Year
15,396
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Todd stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Todd has its roots in Middle English, meaning 'fox.' It has evolved through various forms over the centuries. The name is associated with cleverness and adaptability, traits often attributed to foxes. There is no biblical relevance for this name, and it gained notable popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Toddie and Tadd, and it is currently perceived as a classic name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/tɒd/
Origin
Middle English
Etymology
The name Todd is derived from the Middle English word 'todde,' which means 'fox.' It originally referred to a fox or someone who resembled one.
Meaning
fox
Language Evolution
Old English: 'tod', Middle English: 'todde', Modern English: 'Todd'
Historical Usage
The name Todd gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name and surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Toddie, Tadd, Toder
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Todd is viewed as a classic yet somewhat retro name, often associated with the baby boomer generation.
Famous People
Todd Howard - Video game designer, Todd Rundgren - Musician and producer, Todd Bridges - Actor
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 15,396 peak births in 1964
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in South Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1752nd of 7545 | 306 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 749th of 6773 | 1,269 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 92nd of 7552 | 78,309 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 35th of 10718 | 157,805 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 134th of 16616 | 35,641 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 548th of 24088 | 7,040 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1243rd of 23106 | 1,840 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3696th of 12526 | 204 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2050th of 19264 | 666 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6620th of 27321 | 185 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |