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Ted

Boy name · 75 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ted: 75 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 9 births in 2021.

First appearing as a friendly short form of Edward (Old English Ēadweard, "wealthy guard") or Theodore (Greek Theódōros, "gift of God"), Ted has long stood comfortably on its own as a given name. Among its most famous bearers are the American senator Ted Kennedy, a towering political figure, and the poet Ted Hughes, whose work shaped modern verse. The name carries no major place connections, but its Scottish resonance grew through children's author Ted Dewan, creator of the Bing Bunny stories. Notably, Ted remains a classic nickname that feels both timeless and approachable, often chosen by parents who want a warm, unpretentious name with depth below its simple surface.