Brendan vs Teddy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brendan

Boy #1,013 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prince, chieftain"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,013
Total SSA Count
221
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Brendan Rank #1,013
Teddy Rank #898

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 vs #1013 for Brendan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brendan or Teddy more popular?

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 compared to Brendan at #1013 in the United States.

What do Brendan and Teddy mean?

Brendan means "prince, chieftain" (Celtic origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Brendan and Teddy boy or girl names?

Brendan is primarily a boy name. Teddy is primarily a boy name.

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