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Todd
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About Todd
Direct and unfussy, Todd represents American masculinity in its most straightforward expression. This single-syllable powerhouse delivers maximum impact with minimum fuss—no elaborate pronunciations, no spelling variations to explain, no pretense whatsoever. Todd is the kind of name that suggests reliability, dependability, and honest character. While it peaked in popularity during previous decades, this creates opportunity for contemporary parents seeking something familiar yet no longer oversaturated. The name carries a certain rugged, outdoorsy quality that evokes images of capability and practical competence. Todd won't win points for exotic flair or European sophistication, but that's precisely its appeal—it's genuine, grounded, and unpretentious. For parents who value substance over style and authenticity over trends, Todd offers a solid, trustworthy choice.
Popularity of the Name Todd
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | #775 | ||||
| 1882 | #935 | ||||
| 1936 | #969 | ||||
| 1937 | #866 | ||||
| 1938 | #747 | ||||
| 1939 | #732 | ||||
| 1940 | #641 | ||||
| 1941 | #602 | ||||
| 1942 | #529 | ||||
| 1943 | #486 | ||||
| 1944 | #459 | ||||
| 1945 | #468 | ||||
| 1946 | #413 | ||||
| 1947 | #393 | ||||
| 1948 | #363 | ||||
| 1949 | #317 | ||||
| 1950 | #272 | ||||
| 1951 | #241 | ||||
| 1952 | #213 | ||||
| 1953 | #207 | ||||
| 1954 | #195 | ||||
| 1955 | #173 | ||||
| 1956 | #156 | ||||
| 1957 | #143 | ||||
| 1958 | #116 | ||||
| 1959 | #99 | #191 | |||
| 1960 | #71 | #207 | |||
| 1961 | #46 | #183 | |||
| 1962 | #30 | #177 | |||
| 1963 | #30 | #134 | |||
| 1964 | #28 | #110 | |||
| 1965 | #30 | #114 | |||
| 1966 | #29 | #92 | |||
| 1967 | #29 | #83 | |||
| 1968 | #28 | #71 | |||
| 1969 | #28 | #90 | |||
| 1970 | #28 | #83 | |||
| 1971 | #30 | #87 | |||
| 1972 | #31 | #78 | |||
| 1973 | #35 | #79 | |||
| 1974 | #39 | #88 | |||
| 1975 | #43 | #83 | |||
| 1976 | #50 | #86 | |||
| 1977 | #50 | #103 | |||
| 1978 | #56 | #137 | |||
| 1979 | #60 | #106 | |||
| 1980 | #75 | #104 | |||
| 1981 | #74 | #101 | |||
| 1982 | #82 | #127 | |||
| 1983 | #87 | #125 | |||
| 1984 | #92 | #87 | |||
| 1985 | #99 | #91 | |||
| 1986 | #110 | #108 | |||
| 1987 | #120 | #95 | |||
| 1988 | #135 | #110 | |||
| 1989 | #146 | #114 | |||
| 1990 | #159 | #87 | |||
| 1991 | #179 | #102 | #216 | ||
| 1992 | #216 | #110 | #247 | ||
| 1993 | #235 | #123 | #270 | ||
| 1994 | #252 | #98 | #259 | ||
| 1995 | #271 | #127 | #323 | ||
| 1996 | #299 | #166 | #341 | ||
| 1997 | #314 | #237 | #200 | #388 | |
| 1998 | #365 | #272 | #154 | #443 | #662 |
| 1999 | #394 | #346 | #200 | #491 | |
| 2000 | #425 | #305 | #185 | #479 | #548 |
| 2001 | #457 | #247 | #219 | #569 | |
| 2002 | #468 | #230 | #360 | #579 | #668 |
| 2003 | #517 | #289 | #307 | #554 | |
| 2004 | #535 | #315 | #263 | #618 | |
| 2005 | #583 | #437 | #782 | ||
| 2006 | #653 | #532 | |||
| 2007 | #711 | #575 | |||
| 2008 | #774 | #672 | |||
| 2009 | #890 | #774 | |||
| 2010 | #814 | #873 | |||
| 2011 | #866 | ||||
| 2012 | #887 | #896 | |||
| 2013 | #969 | ||||
| 2015 | #976 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Todd
- Tod
- Toddy
- Todrick
Names Similar to Todd
Nicknames for Todd
- Toddy
- Ted
- T.D.
Famous People Named Todd
| Todd Howard | American video game designer and director |
| Todd Gurley | American football player |
| Todd Chrisley | American reality TV personality |
| Todd Bridges | American actor |
| Todd Fisher | American filmmaker and producer |
| Todd McFarlane | Canadian comic book artist and writer |
| Todd Rundgren | American musician and record producer |
| Todd Solondz | American filmmaker |
| Todd Blackledge | American football player and sports commentator |
| Todd Lowe | American actor |
| Todd La Torre | American singer and musician |
| Todd Martin | American tennis player |
| Todd McLellan | Canadian ice hockey coach |
| Todd Nauck | American comic book artist |
| Todd Phillips | American filmmaker |
| Todd Snider | American singer-songwriter |
| Todd Stashwick | American actor |
| Todd Sucherman | American drummer |
| Todd Townsend | American former basketball player |
| Todd Woodbridge | Australian tennis player |
Characters Named Todd
| Todd Chavez | From the TV show "BoJack Horseman" |
| Todd Anderson | From the movie "Dead Poets Society" |
| Todd Manning | From the TV show "One Life to Live" |
| Todd Alquist | From the TV show "Breaking Bad" |
| Todd Bowden | From the novella and movie "Apt Pupil" |
| Todd Grimshaw | From the TV show "Coronation Street" |
| Todd Flanders | From the TV show "The Simpsons" |
| Todd Snap | From the video game and anime "Pokemon" |
| Todd Packer | From the TV show "The Office" |
| Todd Quinlan | The Todd - From the TV show "Scrubs" |
| Todd Tolansky | Toad - From the X-Men comics and animated series |
| Todd Ingram | From the novel "The Rules of Attraction" and movie adaptation |