Ladd vs Trapper

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ladd

Boy #4,806 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"young man, boy"

Origin: Middle English 'ladde'

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,806
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ladd Rank #4,806
Trapper Rank #4,716

Trapper is more popular, ranked #4716 vs #4806 for Ladd.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ladd ___

  • Ladd Michael
  • Ladd James
  • Ladd Thomas
  • Ladd Dean
  • Ladd Eugene
  • Ladd William

Trapper ___

  • Trapper James
  • Trapper Cole
  • Trapper Lee
  • Trapper Dean
  • Trapper Ray
  • Trapper Stone

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ladd

Chad Brad Brent Tammy Sandy

If you choose Trapper

Hunter Dakota Wyatt Colt Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ladd or Trapper more popular?

Trapper is more popular, ranked #4716 compared to Ladd at #4806 in the United States.

What do Ladd and Trapper mean?

Ladd means "young man, boy" (Middle English 'ladde' origin). Trapper means "one who sets traps" (English origin).

Are Ladd and Trapper boy or girl names?

Ladd is primarily a boy name. Trapper is primarily a boy name.

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