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Teddy vs Randy

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

Teddy Rank #898
Randy Rank #1,019

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Teddy or Randy more popular?

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

What do Teddy and Randy mean?

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

Are Teddy and Randy boy or girl names?

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

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