Boswell vs Tod

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tod

Boy #38,200 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fox"

Origin: Old English/Scottish dialect

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,200
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Boswell Rank #38,269
Tod Rank #38,200

Tod is more popular, ranked #38200 vs #38269 for Boswell.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Boswell ___

No pairings available yet.

Tod ___

  • Tod James
  • Tod Allen
  • Tod Michael
  • Tod Lee
  • Tod Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boswell or Tod more popular?

Tod is more popular, ranked #38200 compared to Boswell at #38269 in the United States.

What do Boswell and Tod mean?

Tod means "fox" (Old English/Scottish dialect origin).

Are Boswell and Tod boy or girl names?

Boswell is primarily a boy name. Tod is primarily a boy name.

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