English · Unisex name
Teddy
“diminutive of Theodore or Edward”
About the name Teddy
Teddy is an English diminutive most commonly used for Theodore or Edward. The name gained additional recognition through Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States, whose nickname ‘Teddy’ inspired the name of the stuffed toy. Teddy is used for both boys and girls, reflecting its versatility as a given name or affectionate nickname.
- Meaning
- diminutive of Theodore or Edward
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Unisex
- Pronunciation
- TED-ee(2 syl.)
Middle names for Teddy
- Teddy James
- Teddy Lee
- Teddy Michael
- Teddy Ray
- Teddy Scott
Questions about Teddy
- What does Teddy mean?
- Teddy is an English name meaning "diminutive of Theodore or Edward".
- How do you pronounce Teddy?
- Teddy is pronounced TED-ee, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Teddy?
- Variants of Teddy include Teddie, Tedd.
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