The nameTed

Ted is a pet form of Edward or Theodore.

Meaning

Edward comes from the Old English ead, "wealth", and weard, "guardian".

Origin

English.

History

In France it was mostly given from the 1980s to the 2000s.

Popularity of the name Ted

Ted in France

1989peak year (25 births)
545babies named Ted in France since 1900
01325 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Ted was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 155 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Ted. Its rise began around 1949, and it peaked in 1989. Half of all babies named Ted in France were born before 1992.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ted mean?

Edward comes from the Old English ead, "wealth", and weard, "guardian".

What is the origin of the name Ted?

English.

Is Ted a girl's or a boy's name?

Ted is a boy's name.