Gift of God; wealthy guardian
Ted is a short form of Theodore or Edward. From Theodore, it carries the Greek meaning of a divine gift, while from Edward, it stems from Old English roots meaning a rich protector. Though once a common standalone name, it is now primarily used as a friendly diminutive.
Less common today
Ted isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #643 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Legendary Boston Red Sox baseball player
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Emmy-winning actor known for Cheers
English poet and children's writer
Architect and central protagonist · How I Met Your Mother
Media mogul and founder of CNN
Long-serving United States Senator
Real name of beloved children's author Dr. Seuss
