Todo
A word from Spanish meaning "everything" or "all".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Todo. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Todo today is around 59 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Todo births was 1972 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Todo. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Todo. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1972
6 babies that year
Average age
59
years old
1972 SSA rank
#4,951
Tracked since 1972
Popularity
Todo: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Todo by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Todo during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Todo
The name Todo is believed to have its origins in the Japanese language, where it was traditionally a masculine given name. Its earliest roots can be traced back to the 8th century AD, during the Nara period of Japanese history.
The name Todo is thought to be derived from the Japanese words "to," meaning "door," and "do," meaning "way" or "path." Taken together, the name Todo could be interpreted as "the way through the door," or more figuratively, "the path to enlightenment." This reflects the deep spiritual and philosophical underpinnings of traditional Japanese culture.
In ancient Japanese texts and historical records, the name Todo is mentioned as being borne by several notable figures. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Todo Genzō, a Buddhist monk and scholar who lived during the Kamakura period (1185-1333 AD). He is renowned for his contributions to the study and preservation of Buddhist teachings and texts.
Another prominent figure named Todo was Todo Takatora, a renowned samurai warrior who lived during the Sengoku period (1467-1603 AD). He served under the powerful Tokugawa clan and was known for his bravery and loyalty on the battlefield.
Moving forward in history, one of the most famous individuals named Todo was Todo Heisuke (1801-1865), a prominent statesman and diplomat during the late Edo period. He played a crucial role in negotiating treaties with Western powers and facilitating Japan's transition into the modern era.
In the 20th century, Todo Kazunari (1914-1983) was a respected Japanese architect who is best known for designing the iconic Tokyo Tower, which remains a beloved landmark in the city.
More recently, Todo Shizuki (born 1951) is a renowned Japanese novelist and essayist who has received numerous literary awards and accolades for her works exploring themes of identity, family, and societal norms.
While the name Todo may not be as common today as it once was, it holds a significant place in Japanese history and culture, representing the nation's rich heritage and the enduring influence of ancient traditions.
People
Todo + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Todo as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Todo: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Todo?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Todo going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Todo a common name?
We classify Todo as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Todo most popular?
The single biggest year for Todo was 1972, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Todo is about 59 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Todo in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Todo a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Todo in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Todo still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Todo in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Todo can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Todo?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.