Ted

Meaning wealthy guardian, divine gift
Origin English
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 3
Syllables 1
Syllabification Ted

About Ted

Ted brings timeless charm to any child fortunate enough to bear it. This name radiates warmth and approachability, instantly creating connections with people of all ages. The single syllable delivers maximum impact with minimal fuss—direct, honest, and unpretentious. Ted feels equally at home on a playground, in a classroom, or on a business card decades later. The name suggests reliability and friendliness, qualities that serve well throughout life's journey. Its brevity makes it impossible to mispronounce or misspell, a practical advantage that shouldn't be underestimated. Ted has weathered decades of naming trends while maintaining its appeal, proving its staying power. The name offers versatility without nickname complications, standing complete and strong on its own. For parents valuing simplicity and sincerity, Ted provides a solid foundation for their son's identity.

Nicknames for Ted

Teddy
T
Ed
Theodore
Ted

Famous People Named Ted

Ted TurnerMedia Mogul
Ted KennedyPolitician
Ted WilliamsBaseball Player
Ted DibiaseWrestler
Ted NugentMusician
Ted KoppelJournalist
Ted AllenTV Host
Ted LevineActor
Ted LindsayHockey Player
Ted ShackelfordActor
Ted RaimiActor
Ted DiBiase Jr.Wrestler
Ted HeathBritish Prime Minister
Ted CruzPolitician
Ted LangeActor
Ted KingActor
Ted DexterCricketer
Ted CassidyActor
Ted DemmeDirector
Ted GreeneMusician

Characters Named Ted

Ted MosbyHow I Met Your Mother
Ted LassoTed Lasso
Ted LoganBill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
Ted BenekeBreaking Bad
Ted MosebyThe Office
Ted BaxterThe Mary Tyler Moore Show
Ted BucklandScrubs
Ted MullensSchitt's Creek
Ted GarzaFriday Night Lights
Ted GrantArrow
Ted KordDC Comics
Ted BrautiganHearts in Atlantis
Ted CrawfordFracture
Ted BuchananOne Life to Live
Ted GreyGrey's Anatomy
Ted SpragueHeroes
Ted WestOutrageous Fortune
Ted HoffmanThe Practice
Ted BrooksSnow Dogs
Ted ForresterThe Bold and the Beautiful

Other Popular Names Beginning with T

Taj
Tegan
Timber
Tahir
Tru
Taylor
Travis
Tyrone
Trenton
Thomas