Oliver 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

Popularity Comparison

Oliver Rank #3
Tod Rank #38,200

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #38200 for Tod.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Tod ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

If you choose Tod

Brad Scott Kent Dale

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oliver or Tod more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Tod at #38200 in the United States.

What do Oliver and Tod mean?

Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Tod means "fox" (Old English/Scottish dialect origin).

Are Oliver and Tod boy or girl names?

Oliver is primarily a boy name. Tod is primarily a boy name.

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