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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Wealthy guard or gift of God
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- TED-ee
Teddy is a boy's name with an English origin, pronounced TED-ee. It carries a vintage, romantic, storybook feel, and its meaning is given as "wealthy guard" or "gift of God."
Meaning & Origin of Teddy
Meaning: Wealthy guard or gift of God.
Origin: English.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Teddy
TED-eeIPA /ˈtɛdi/
Popularity of Teddy
Teddy peaked at #239 in 1933, with 476 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it ranked #898, with 262 babies, so it's now a far less common pick than it was in the 1930s.
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FAQ
What does the name Teddy mean?
Wealthy guard or gift of God. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Teddy?
Teddy is pronounced TED-ee (IPA: /ˈtɛdi/).
Is Teddy a popular name right now?
Teddy peaked at #239 in 1933 and is ranked #898 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1890–2024.)
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