Find out how popular the first name Ladd has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ladd by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Ladd is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 19 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ladd.

The history of the first name Ladd

The given name Ladd is derived from the Old English word "lad", which means a boy, a youth or a servant. It originated in the Anglo-Saxon culture of Britain and was primarily used as a short form of names like Laddric or Laddbroke. The earliest recorded use of Ladd as a given name dates back to the 12th century.

In the Middle Ages, Ladd was a common name among the lower classes, particularly servants and farmhands. It was not until the 16th and 17th centuries that the name gained popularity among the nobility and upper classes. One notable historical figure with the name Ladd was Ladd Everett (1581-1661), an English soldier who fought in the English Civil War on the side of the Parliamentarians.

Another famous bearer of the name was Ladd Wilson (1738-1806), an American Revolutionary War soldier who served in the Continental Army under George Washington. He is remembered for his bravery and dedication to the cause of American independence.

In the 19th century, Ladd became a popular name among the Quakers and other religious groups in the United States. One prominent Quaker with the name was Ladd Grubb (1810-1892), a renowned abolitionist and advocate for women's rights.

The name also appeared in literature, with Ladd Finch being a character in the classic novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. Ladd Finch was the father of the protagonist, Scout Finch, and was portrayed as a respected lawyer and moral figure in the town of Maycomb.

In more recent times, Ladd Drummond (1938-2015) was an American rancher and businessman who co-founded the Drummond Land and Cattle Company in Oklahoma. He was also the father of Ree Drummond, the popular blogger and author known as "The Pioneer Woman".

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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