Boy Name · English Origin
Tod
Tod is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Fox". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Tod often also consider Todd.
Tod meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Fox
Origin: English naming roots help connect Tod to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Tod as T·O·D, with 3 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Tod is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Tod variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Toda, Tode, Tody.
- Nicknames: Tod works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Tod with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Tod middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Todd, Ted, Tad, Tate, Tait — full picks on the sibling names for Tod guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Tod? Browse our names like Tod 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 Tod
What does the name Tod mean?
Tod means "Fox" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Tod?
Tod originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Tod?
Tod has 3 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Tod a boy's or girl's name?
Tod is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Tod in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Tod sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Tod?
Names that share Tod's sound and style include Todd, Ted, Tad, Tate, Tait.
What middle names pair well with Tod?
Good middle-name fits for Tod pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Tod is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Tod is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Tod?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Tod share its rhythm without rhyming — Todd, Ted, Tad all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.