Ted
BoyOrigin: Old English · English
Meaning
“short form of Edward ('wealthy guardian') or Theodore ('gift of God')”
Cultural Notes
Short form of Edward or Theodore that has been used as a standalone name for more than a century.
Popularity
Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1950s
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Famous People Named Ted
- Ted Kennedy, Ted Turner, Ted Cruz
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