Tod
2025 SSA
About Tod
Tod is a masculine name of German and English origin, meaning 'death' in German or functioning as a short form of the names Theodore ('gift of God') or Todhunter. Despite its somewhat grim German meaning, the name has enjoyed moderate popularity in English-speaking countries. Tod peaked in usage during the mid-20th century but has since declined. The name carries a strong, concise quality with its three-letter simplicity. Famous bearers include American actor Tod Andrews and baseball player Tod Sloan, which helped establish it as a recognizable yet uncommon choice. Tod's brevity gives it a straightforward, no-nonsense character.
Pronounced TOD.
As of October 2026, Tod ranked #13703 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #331 in 1962.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Tod on lists
Famous Tods
- Tod Browning
American actor
- Tod Machover
American composer
- Tod Griffin (born Arthur Griffin)
American actor
Tod in pop culture
- Tod
fox in Disney's "The Fox and the Hound"
- Tod Stiles
main character on TV's "Route 66"
- Tod Waggner
character in Final Destination film series
- Tod's
Italian luxury leather goods company
- Tod Hudson
character in "Soul Screamers" novels