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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wealthy guard or gift of God
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- TED
Ted is a short, friendly English name, pronounced TED. It is usually read as meaning "wealthy guard" or "gift of God," so it carries two different meanings for you to choose between. At three letters and one syllable, it's easy to say and easy to spell.
Meaning & Origin of Ted
Meaning: Wealthy guard or gift of God.
Origin: English.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Ted
TEDIPA /tɛd/
Popularity of Ted
Ted peaked at #144 in 1935, when 1,085 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #2932 with 43 babies, so a child named Ted today is unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
Names Like Ted
These names have followed a similar path to Ted in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Ted mean?
Wealthy guard or gift of God. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ted?
Ted is pronounced TED (IPA: /tɛd/).
Is Ted a popular name right now?
Ted peaked at #144 in 1935 and is ranked #2932 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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