Teddy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTED-ee / /ˈtɛdi/English; diminutive of Theodore
Meaning
English: gift of God; Greek: divine gift
Historical & Cultural Background
Teddy is often used as a diminutive of Theodore, which has roots in Greek. The name gained popularity in the early 20th century, partly due to Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. It is commonly associated with the teddy bear, which was named after Roosevelt. The name has remained a popular choice for boys in various English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Teddy has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Teddie
- Teddyson
International Variants
- Teodoro (Italian)
- Teodoro (Spanish)
- Téodor (French)
Famous people named Teddy
Teddy Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States and a key figure in the Progressive Era.
Teddy Pendergrass was an American singer known for his work in the R&B genre.
Teddy Riner is a French judoka who has won multiple Olympic and World Championship titles.
Teddy Bridgewater is an American football quarterback known for his time in the NFL.
Fictional characters named Teddy
Teddy Altman is a character from the television series 'Grey's Anatomy' known for being a skilled cardiothoracic surgeon.
Teddy Bear is a classic children's toy character that symbolizes comfort and companionship.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Teddy was first seen in the United States in 1890. Teddy has ranked as high as #538 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in New York, California, Tennessee, Illinois, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Teddy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Teddy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 23 | |
| CA | 22 | |
| TX | 14 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| MA | 10 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| UT | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| MO | 8 | |
| MN | 7 | |
| VA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1900 | 16 |
| 1901 | 15 |
| 1902 | 11 |
| 1903 | 14 |
| 1904 | 17 |
| 1905 | 21 |
| 1906 | 17 |
| 1907 | 20 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 16 |
| 1910 | 23 |
| 1911 | 21 |
| 1912 | 55 |
| 1913 | 37 |
| 1914 | 80 |
| 1915 | 132 |
| 1916 | 146 |
| 1917 | 181 |
| 1918 | 260 |
| 1919 | 239 |
| 1920 | 238 |
| 1921 | 275 |
| 1922 | 233 |
| 1923 | 277 |
| 1924 | 292 |
| 1925 | 262 |
| 1926 | 311 |
| 1927 | 313 |
| 1928 | 388 |
| 1929 | 378 |
| 1930 | 417 |
| 1931 | 424 |
| 1932 | 462 |
| 1933 | 476 |
| 1934 | 457 |
| 1935 | 414 |
| 1936 | 431 |
| 1937 | 434 |
| 1938 | 449 |
| 1939 | 421 |
| 1940 | 451 |
| 1941 | 484 |
| 1942 | 516 |
| 1943 | 504 |
| 1944 | 505 |
| 1945 | 472 |
| 1946 | 553 |
| 1947 | 509 |
| 1948 | 538 |
| 1949 | 613 |
| 1950 | 549 |
| 1951 | 562 |
| 1952 | 540 |
| 1953 | 533 |
| 1954 | 477 |
| 1955 | 486 |
| 1956 | 562 |
| 1957 | 568 |
| 1958 | 565 |
| 1959 | 574 |
| 1960 | 591 |
| 1961 | 609 |
| 1962 | 571 |
| 1963 | 547 |
| 1964 | 557 |
| 1965 | 524 |
| 1966 | 512 |
| 1967 | 451 |
| 1968 | 470 |
| 1969 | 448 |
| 1970 | 377 |
| 1971 | 372 |
| 1972 | 333 |
| 1973 | 269 |
| 1974 | 271 |
| 1975 | 276 |
| 1976 | 289 |
| 1977 | 287 |
| 1978 | 244 |
| 1979 | 291 |
| 1980 | 251 |
| 1981 | 241 |
| 1982 | 220 |
| 1983 | 195 |
| 1984 | 160 |
| 1985 | 149 |
| 1986 | 187 |
| 1987 | 185 |
| 1988 | 199 |
| 1989 | 163 |
| 1990 | 165 |
| 1991 | 151 |
| 1992 | 127 |
| 1993 | 121 |
| 1994 | 120 |
| 1995 | 95 |
| 1996 | 129 |
| 1997 | 116 |
| 1998 | 91 |
| 1999 | 96 |
| 2000 | 89 |
| 2001 | 86 |
| 2002 | 76 |
| 2003 | 79 |
| 2004 | 68 |
| 2005 | 77 |
| 2006 | 78 |
| 2007 | 73 |
| 2008 | 73 |
| 2009 | 80 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2011 | 69 |
| 2012 | 63 |
| 2013 | 65 |
| 2014 | 72 |
| 2015 | 91 |
| 2016 | 84 |
| 2017 | 96 |
| 2018 | 99 |
| 2019 | 121 |
| 2020 | 135 |
| 2021 | 168 |
| 2022 | 212 |
| 2023 | 222 |
| 2024 | 262 |