Teddy is an adorable and cuddly name for a dog derived from President Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt.
Pronunciation: /ˈtɛdi/
Origin: Diminutive of Theodore or Edward. Teddy bear inspired.
Meaning: A diminutive form of the names Theodore or Edward. Associated with stuffed teddy bears.
Length: 1 word, 2 syllables, 5 letters
Nicknames: Ted, Teds, Tedster
Similar Names: Buddy, Charlie, Frankie, Freddie, Ollie, Rufus, Rusty, Sammy, Toby
Popular Combos: Teddy Bear, Teddy Boo, Teddy Pup
Gender Association: Primarily masculine but can be used for females too.
Breed Association: Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, Poodle, Shih Tzu, Pomeranian, Bulldog, Beagle, Boston Terrier
History of Teddy
Teddy derived from Theodore or Edward. Popularized by the Teddy bear association. Teddy bears invented around 1902. Named after President Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt. The cute, cuddly nature of teddy bears inspired the name for dogs.
Teddy Popularity & Personality
A classic, popular dog name for decades. Dogs named Teddy often sweet, gentle, cuddly. Loving family companions. Eager to please their owners. Intelligent and affectionate.
Famous Teddies
- Teddy Wilson – American jazz pianist.
- Teddy Pendergrass – American R&B singer.
Teddy in Pop Culture
Teddy from AI: The Somnium Files game. Mr. Teddy from A.I. Artificial Intelligence movie. Children’s books like The Teddy Robinson Storybook.
Famous Dogs Named Teddy
Teddy – President John F. Kennedy’s dog. A Welsh Terrier. Teddy – Explorer Ernest Shackleton’s dog on Antarctic expeditions.