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Todd vs Ransom

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ransom

Boy #1,661 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Rand, son of the shield-wolf"

Origin: Old English/Norman

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,661
Total SSA Count
101
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Todd Rank #1,598
Ransom Rank #1,661

Todd is more popular, ranked #1598 vs #1661 for Ransom.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Todd or Ransom more popular?

Todd is more popular, ranked #1598 compared to Ransom at #1661 in the United States.

What do Todd and Ransom mean?

Todd means "fox" (Middle English origin). Ransom means "son of Rand, son of the shield-wolf" (Old English/Norman origin).

Are Todd and Ransom boy or girl names?

Todd is primarily a boy name. Ransom is primarily a boy name.

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