Tod

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How to Pronounce Tod

Pronounced TOD /ˈtɒd/Medium

Meaning: A form of Todd, from a northern English dialect word for 'fox' — hence, by nickname tradition, a clever or sly person. Crisp and vintage.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp vintage name: Tod is a form of Todd, 'fox' (said 'TOD'). Short and clean.

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Origin MediumEnglish

MeaningA form of Todd, from a northern English dialect word for 'fox' — hence, by nickname tradition, a clever or sly person. Crisp and vintage.

U.S. rank (2023)#13985 ↘ Falling

2023 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1962

Total births (all-time)≈ 7,702

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Tod is a form of Todd, from a dialect word for 'fox.' It reads crisp and a little vintage, and is rare in the U.S. (said 'TOD').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., next to the more common Todd. Rare, crisp, and vintage.

Did you know? Tod is a form of Todd, from a northern English word for 'fox' — a clever, crisp one-beat name (said 'TOD').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Tod — form of Todd; 'fox'

Variations

ToddToddeToddy

Nicknames

ToddyT

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Tod mean?

Tod is a form of Todd, meaning 'fox.'

How do you pronounce Tod?

It's said TOD /ˈtɒd/ — one syllable, stress on the last.

Is Tod a boy or girl name?

Tod is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Tod?

Tod is a rare name in the U.S.