Todd

boyMiddle English

Todd is a boy name of Middle English origin, meaning “Fox”.

MeaningFox
GenderBoy
OriginMiddle English
PronunciationTOD
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, United Kingdom, Australia

Meaning and origin of Todd

Todd is an English surname from the Middle English word todde, 'fox', originally a nickname for a crafty person or a name for a fox hunter. It was most common in northern England and Scotland. As a first name it was very popular in the United States in the 1960s and 1970s and is now less frequently chosen for babies.

Is Todd a religious name?

Todd has no religious background; it is a secular English name.

How popular is Todd?

Familiar mostly among adults born in the 1960s to 1980s.

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Spellings and variants of Todd

Tod

Names similar to Todd

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Todd mean?

Todd means 'Fox'. It is of Middle English origin.

Does Todd have a religious meaning?

Todd has no religious background; it is a secular English name.

How do you pronounce Todd?

Todd is pronounced TOD.

Is Todd a boy or girl name?

Todd is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.