Boy Name · English Origin
Ladd
Ladd — a boy name from the English tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Beloved one", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Lady is on your shortlist, Ladd belongs in the same conversation.
Ladd meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Beloved one
Origin: English naming roots help connect Ladd to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Ladd as L·A·D·D, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Ladd is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Ladd variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Ladda, Ladde, Laddy.
- Nicknames: Ladd works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Ladd with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Ladd middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Lady, Laddie, Laith, Leda, Letty — full picks on the sibling names for Ladd guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Ladd? Browse our names like Ladd guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Ladd
What does the name Ladd mean?
Ladd means "Beloved one" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Ladd?
Ladd originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Ladd?
Ladd has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Ladd a boy's or girl's name?
Ladd is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Ladd in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Ladd sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Ladd?
Names that share Ladd's sound and style include Lady, Laddie, Laith, Leda, Letty.
What middle names pair well with Ladd?
Good middle-name fits for Ladd pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Ladd is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Ladd is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Ladd?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Ladd share its rhythm without rhyming — Lady, Laddie, Laith all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.