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Randy vs Teddy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Randy

Boy #1,019 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shield wolf, protector"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,019
Total SSA Count
218
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

25 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Randy Rank #1,019
Teddy Rank #898

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 vs #1019 for Randy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Randy or Teddy more popular?

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 compared to Randy at #1019 in the United States.

What do Randy and Teddy mean?

Randy means "shield wolf, protector" (Germanic origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Randy and Teddy boy or girl names?

Randy is primarily a boy name. Teddy is primarily a boy name.

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