Tedd Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tedd originates from English, derived from the Old English name Eadweard, meaning 'wealthy guardian'. It has evolved through various historical forms, reflecting its roots in the English language. Traits associated with the name include friendliness and warmth. There is no notable biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tedd"
Pronunciation
/tɛd/
Origin
English
Etymology
Tedd is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name Edward, which means 'wealthy guardian' in Old English.
Meaning
wealthy guardian
Language Evolution
Eadweard (Old English), Edward (Middle English), Tedd (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Tedd gained popularity as a short form of Edward in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Ted, Teddy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tedd is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Tedd Arnold (author and illustrator), Tedd Firth (musician and arranger)
📊 Tedd Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Tedd Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 53 peak births in 1963
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tedd"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tedd"
"Tedd" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7050th of 7545 | 7 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3029th of 6773 | 115 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1382nd of 7552 | 597 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1867th of 10718 | 380 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5110th of 16616 | 139 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17717th of 24088 | 18 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Tedd" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
42.66% 950th/2227 |
50.74% 1233rd/2430 |
- |
54.52% 1513th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
43.31% 1272nd/2937 |
52.74% 1837th/3483 |
- |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tedd" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Tedd"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tedd" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Tedd" in the United States
The name Tedd is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tedd has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Tedd' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7050th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3029th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1382nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1867th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5110th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17717th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Tedd' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.