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Todd vs Fred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fred

Boy #1,686 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English German American Scandinavian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,686
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Todd Rank #1,598
Fred Rank #1,686

Todd is more popular, ranked #1598 vs #1686 for Fred.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Todd or Fred more popular?

Todd is more popular, ranked #1598 compared to Fred at #1686 in the United States.

What do Todd and Fred mean?

Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin). Fred means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin).

Are Todd and Fred boy or girl names?

Todd is primarily a boy name. Fred is primarily a boy name.

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