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Todd

“fox”

About the name Todd

Todd comes from an English surname derived from the Middle English word tod, meaning ‘fox’. The surname probably began as a nickname for a cunning person or for someone who hunted foxes. Like many English surnames, it was later adopted as a given name. The word tod for a fox survives in northern English and Scottish dialects. Well-known bearers include the American musician Todd Rundgren.

Meaning
fox
Origin
English
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
TOD(1 syl.)

Variants and spellings

  • Tadd

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Middle names for Todd

  • Todd James
  • Todd Michael
  • Todd Alexander
  • Todd Lee
  • Todd David

Questions about Todd

What does Todd mean?
Todd is an English name meaning "fox".
How do you pronounce Todd?
Todd is pronounced TOD, with emphasis on the first syllable.
What are variants of Todd?
Variants of Todd include Tadd.

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