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Tedric

TED-rik · of uncertain origin; likely a modern coinage blending Ted (short for Edward or Theodore) with the popular suffix -ric, possibly influenced by names like Cedric or Eric.

Peak popularity
1991
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Tedric since 1968

Babies named Tedric per year in U.S. Social Security records.

51015198020002020Most births 1991Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1960s7
1970s46
1980s71
1990s62
2000s50
2010s6
2020s5

Meaning & origin

Tedric is a rare and modern name, first recorded in the United States in 1968. It likely originated as a creative combination of the nickname Ted (from Edward or Theodore) and the suffix -ric, reminiscent of names like Cedric or Eric. The name saw its highest usage in 1991, when it was given to 5 baby boys, but has remained very uncommon, with a stable trajectory in recent decades. While no U.S. top states have reported significant use, Tedric appeals to parents seeking an unconventional but familiar-sounding name. Its meaning is not historically rooted, making it a blank canvas for personal significance. For those drawn to rare names with a soft, classic sound, Tedric offers an option that is both distinctive and easy to pronounce.

Tedric first appears in U.S. records in 1968, suggesting a modern invention rather than a traditional name. It is likely formed from the nickname Ted, commonly a short form of Edward or Theodore, combined with the suffix -ric found in names like Cedric, Eric, or Alaric. The name has never entered common use, remaining among very rare choices. Its peak year was 1991, when it was recorded 5 times.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ted

Sibling names for Tedric

Names that share Tedric's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Tedric mean?
Tedric is of uncertain origin, likely a modern coinage blending the nickname Ted (from Edward or Theodore) with the suffix -ric.
How popular is the name Tedric?
Tedric is extremely rare. It has never ranked in the U.S. Top 1000. Its peak usage was in 1991, when it was given to 5 baby boys.
Is Tedric a boy's name or a girl's name?
Tedric is almost exclusively used for boys, though it could theoretically be unisex. U.S. records show it only for boys.