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ToddChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Folk name derived from the Old English 'tod', meaning 'horse'.

Pronunciation: TOD

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Name
Todd
Meaning
Folk name derived from the Old English 'tod', meaning 'horse'.
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
TOD
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
(Tuesday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Todd mean?

Todd is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Folk name derived from the Old English 'tod'". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: TOD. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Τόδ

Τόδ σημαίνει κόκκινος ή κίτρινος αλεπού

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

TOD

IPA

/tɒd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Todd is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Folk name derived from the Old English 'tod'. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

(Tuesday)

Lucky Colors

BlueGreenGray

Lucky Stone

(Carnelian)

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with a 3 Life Path are often outgoing, artistic, and creative. They have a great love for self-expression and a strong sense of creativity.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveStrong-willedPowerfulDeterminedL = LoyalF = FaithfulS = StrongC = Compassionate

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents the strength and courage of a young warrior or protector.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name 'Todd' gained popularity in the English-speaking world, particularly in Scotland and the United States, throughout history. It was a common name for farmers and laborers due to its associated images of strength and youthfulness. In popular culture, notable figures such as Todd Gardner, an American football player, and Todd Rundgren, an American musician, have helped keep the name relevant.
For Christians, the name 'Todd' can symbolize inner transformation and growth. In the biblical narrative, 'tod' refers to a young goat that is led to the altar for sacrifice. Similarly, the name 'Todd' can remind us of our innate strength as young spiritual beings, destined for greatness and dedicated to continuous personal growth. Additionally, this name can encourage us to be strong and young in our faith, just as a young colt is strong and full of energy.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Todd is mentioned in the New Testament as the apostle Paul's companion. The name Todd carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

1st century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Todd FisherTodd Rundgren

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Todd

Todd is a Christian name meaning fox or red fox

🇮🇱Hebrew

טוד

טוד פירושו שועל אדום או שועל צהוב

🇬🇷Greek

Τόδ

Τόδ σημαίνει κόκκινος ή κίτρινος αλεπού

🇮🇹Latin

Todd

Todd means fox or red fox

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