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Shay vs Todd

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shay

Boy #1,707 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"admirable, hawk-like"

Origin: Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English Hebrew American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,707
Total SSA Count
98
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shay Rank #1,707
Todd Rank #1,598

Todd is more popular, ranked #1598 vs #1707 for Shay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shay or Todd more popular?

Todd is more popular, ranked #1598 compared to Shay at #1707 in the United States.

What do Shay and Todd mean?

Shay means "admirable, hawk-like" (Irish origin). Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin).

Are Shay and Todd boy or girl names?

Shay is primarily a boy name. Todd is primarily a boy name.

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