Teddy is a highly popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #34 in 2025 with 1,360 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2022 with 2,030 births ranking #20. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 6,700.0%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 200 boys born was named Teddy. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Teddy is a familiar English short form of either Edward or Theodore. That means its inherited meaning depends on which full name lies behind it.
Though often used affectionately as a nickname, Teddy is now also used as a given name in its own right. Its warmth and vintage charm have helped it return to favour.