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Todd vs Josh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Josh

Boy #1,742 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,742
Total SSA Count
95
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Todd Rank #1,598
Josh Rank #1,742

Todd is more popular, ranked #1598 vs #1742 for Josh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Todd or Josh more popular?

Todd is more popular, ranked #1598 compared to Josh at #1742 in the United States.

What do Todd and Josh mean?

Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin). Josh means "God is salvation" (Hebrew origin).

Are Todd and Josh boy or girl names?

Todd is primarily a boy name. Josh is primarily a boy name.

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