Tadd is a distinctive given name of American origin. It is believed to have been created by author and humorist James Thurber, who used it for his fictional character Tadd Lebenskuh in the 1934 short story 'The Catbird Seat'. The name has since gained popularity as an independent choice, particularly in the United States. In its essence, Tadd is a unique and creative name that stands out from more traditional choices.
The name Tadd experienced significant popularity between the mid-50s and late-60s with peaks in 1961 (22 births), 1965 (40 births), and 1967 (52 births). However, its usage steadily declined from the early 70s onwards, dropping to single digits by the mid-90s. The total number of births with the name Tadd over this period is 1457.