TEDDY
The meaning of the unisex name Teddy is ABBREVIATION OF THEODORE..
Details on TEDDY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Abbreviation of theodore
- Popularity for Boy:
- 1,877th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 6,274th in the USA (top 20%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
262 births
TEDDY as a BOY in 2024
45 births
TEDDY as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of TEDDY:
The name Teddy is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Teddy is: Prosperous protector. A FrenchOld English name Eadmund, meaning rich or happy, and protection.
The name Teddy is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Teddy is: Prosperous protector. A FrenchOld English name Eadmund, meaning rich or happy, and protection.
The name Teddy is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Teddy is: Wealthy guardian. From the Old English name Eadweard, meaning rich or happy, and guardian. Also a diminutive of Edgar: Fortunate and powerful. Also an abbreviation of Theodore.
The name Teddy is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Teddy is: God-given.Famous Bearer:19th century U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt.
USA SSA birth(s) for TEDDY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name TEDDY
TEDDY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 262 births |
| 2023 | 222 births |
| 2022 | 212 births |
| 2021 | 168 births |
| 2020 | 135 births |
| 2019 | 121 births |
| 2018 | 99 births |
| 2017 | 96 births |
| 2016 | 84 births |
| 2015 | 91 births |
| 2014 | 72 births |
| 2013 | 65 births |
| 2012 | 63 births |
| 2011 | 69 births |
| 2010 | 69 births |
| 2009 | 80 births |
TEDDY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 45 births |
| 2023 | 62 births |
| 2022 | 44 births |
| 2021 | 38 births |
| 2020 | 27 births |
| 2019 | 28 births |
| 2018 | 18 births |
| 2017 | 12 births |
| 2016 | 14 births |
| 2015 | 9 births |
| 2014 | 19 births |
| 2013 | 10 births |
| 2012 | 7 births |
| 2011 | 12 births |
| 2007 | 5 births |
| 2005 | 6 births |
About the name TEDDY
Teddy, a name imbued with warmth and affection, traces its origins to the diminutive form of Theodore, meaning "gift of God" in Greek. This charming name evokes images of cuddly toys and childhood innocence, symbolizing comfort and companionship. Associated with the beloved teddy bear, a timeless emblem of love and security, Teddy carries with it a sense of nostalgia and joy. Widely embraced in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, Teddy also finds popularity in parts of Europe, such as Germany and the Netherlands, where it resonates with similar sentiments of endearment. The name conjures visions of sunny days spent in playful laughter, making it a delightful choice for a baby destined to spread warmth and happiness. With Teddy, you gift your child a name that embodies cherished memories and the promise of enduring love, perfectly suited for the adventures of a life yet to unfold.
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