Teddy
Meaning: Wealthy guardian, divine gift
Origin: English (diminutive)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #280
Total births: 709
History: In the hurling strongholds of Wexford and Waterford, Teddy would feel right at home. The name shares the energy of ash on sliotar, the roar after a goal scored beneath floodlights on a winter evening. It belongs to a tradition where sport and community are inseparable.
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Every number here comes directly from Ireland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #69 |
| Babies named Teddy in 2025 | 84 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 709 |
| Peak year | 2023 (96 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #65 |
| Years in records | 2009–2025 (17 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 38 spots |
Frequently asked about Teddy
What does the name Teddy mean?
Teddy means “Wealthy guardian, divine gift” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Teddy?
Teddy has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Wealthy guardian, divine gift”.
How popular is Teddy in Ireland?
Teddy ranked #69 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 84 babies that year.
When was Teddy most popular?
Teddy peaked in 2023 with 96 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Teddy a boy or girl name?
Teddy is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Teddys in registered births are male.
Is the name Teddy rising or falling in popularity?
Teddy has risen 38 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #107 in 2020 to #69 in 2025.
How long has Teddy been recorded in Ireland?
Teddy appears in birth records in Ireland across 17 years — from 2009 through 2025.