Lyam vs Teddy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyam

Boy #1,094 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed warrior"

Origin: Germanic via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,094
Total SSA Count
198
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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Teddy

Boy #898 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#898
Total SSA Count
262
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ted

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Popularity Comparison

Lyam Rank #1,094
Teddy Rank #898

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 vs #1094 for Lyam.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lyam ___

  • Lyam James
  • Lyam Alexander
  • Lyam Patrick
  • Lyam Michael
  • Lyam Sean
  • Lyam Daniel

Teddy ___

  • Teddy James
  • Teddy William
  • Teddy George
  • Teddy Robert
  • Teddy Charles
  • Teddy John

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lyam

Aiden Connor Riley Fiona Declan

If you choose Teddy

Bertie Archie Charlie Freddie Maisie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyam or Teddy more popular?

Teddy is more popular, ranked #898 compared to Lyam at #1094 in the United States.

What do Lyam and Teddy mean?

Lyam means "resolute protector, strong-willed warrior" (Germanic via Irish origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Lyam and Teddy boy or girl names?

Lyam is primarily a boy name. Teddy is primarily a boy name.

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