Todd

The first name Todd, male in gender, means 'the fox'. It originates from an old Scottish surname that in turn goes back to the Middle English word tod or todde, which also means 'fox'.

What does the name Todd mean?

The male first name Todd means 'the fox'. It is derived from an old Scottish surname that can be traced back to the Middle English word tod or todde. Originally, the name likely referred to a fox hunter. Todd is especially common in English-speaking regions, with a particular frequency in North America. Notable people with this name include American actor, director, and screenwriter Todd Field, as well as American game developer Todd Howard.

Where does the name Todd come from?

The name Todd has its roots in Old English and means 'the fox'.

How do you pronounce Todd?

In terms of sound and pronunciation, Todd is a one-syllable name with a compact structure. The pronunciation 'Todd' [tɒd] combines a short vowel with a double consonant, resulting in a dense and tense sound quality. The ending of the name is clear and firm, making it direct and present. Todd thus conveys a concise, powerful aura - reduced, clear, and with a robust, immediate impact.

Popularity

In Germany, Todd is a rather rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2012 at rank 3,479. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 6,103rd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 6,325th.

Nicknames & pet names

Toddi / Toddy

Famous people

• Todd Berger (actor from America)
• Todd Bowles (American football player)
• Todd Collins (American footballer)
• Todd Duffee (American martial artist)
• Todd Fancey (Canadian musician)
• Todd Fisher (actor from America)
• Todd Fordham (footballer from Georgia)
• Todd Grinnell (American actor)
• Todd Haberkorn (American actor)
• Todd Harrell (bassist of the band 3 Doors Down)
• Todd Hasak-Lowy (writer from the USA)
• Todd Kane (football player from England)
• Todd Kerns (musician)
• Todd Linden (American baseball player)
• Todd Martin (former tennis pro from the USA)
• Todd Mooney (footballer from the USA)
• Todd Murray (American singer)
• Todd Perry (ice hockey player from Canada)
• Todd Sand (American figure skater)
• Todd Stashwick (actor)