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Teddy

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mum2bemay22 · 12/12/2017 10:32

I absolutely love the name Teddy and it's a strong contender for our baby boy due in May but I really don't like Theodore and I can't have Edward as it's my brother in laws name. Is Teddy a name that can be used just by itself? Others opinions would be great!

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Fellia · 12/12/2017 11:58

I adore this name! Go for it OP, he can always go by Ted if he wants when he’s older.

PinkAvocado · 12/12/2017 11:54

I think applying the ‘would I like it?’ measure is always best. I wouldn’t like to be called Teddy in my 30s-I would rather have the option of Edward. If he will be Teddy day to day I would give him the option for Edward later. We considered our BiL’s name for DS2-as Teddy is so different to Ed or Edward I don’t think it would seem odd.

Shen0102 · 12/12/2017 11:52

I agree with others Ted/Tedd sounds more formal then you can use teddy as nickname..

CrossFreelancer · 12/12/2017 11:51

Young*

CrossFreelancer · 12/12/2017 11:50

Can you give him the name Ted?
Use Teddy as a nick name while he is going

teaortequila23 · 12/12/2017 11:45

I really don’t class teddy as a name but more of a nickname if you don’t like Theodore or Edward name him ted.
Also I try to name my kids strong names and tbh teddy for an adult is just Confused

chiaseeddisapointmentagain · 12/12/2017 11:44

Overused and not appropriate for a professional adult.

Yogagirl123 · 12/12/2017 11:42

Congrats OP, I have to say I agree with some previous posters, Teddy is very sweet for a baby and toddler, but not so much for a man.

It is also becoming quite popular, I know a few Teddy’s.

To be completely honest, you are never going to have everyone like the name you chose, and definitely not on mumsnet! Go with what you like. Good luck for May Flowers

Frustratedboarder · 12/12/2017 11:37

Just name him Tedd and you guys can call him Teddy Confused Easy!

My grandpa's name was Ted, not at all 'babyish' Hmm

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mum2bemay22 · 12/12/2017 11:36

My nephew is Thomas Edward, good way of getting Ted though with the initials I suppose. My surname starts with W. The more I say Teddy the more it grows on me just as Teddy!

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mum2bemay22 · 12/12/2017 11:35

But I'm also not calling my child after a stuffed toy which is what you originally said. I've posted on here for ideas of a longer name like I previously said not to be criticised!

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FartnissEverbeans · 12/12/2017 11:33

*But she isn't calling the child Theodore. So it isn't being used because of a famous person.

I am entitled to my own opinion. If you don't like it, don't post on a public forum*

I don't care what your opinion is. I think you're taking an innocuous comment quite personally.

Chaosofcalm · 12/12/2017 11:25

Yep you can. That is why I would apply the question to any name.

Fatso1978 · 12/12/2017 11:23

But she isn't calling the child Theodore. So it isn't being used because of a famous person.

I am entitled to my own opinion. If you don't like it, don't post on a public forum.

moggle · 12/12/2017 11:22

It'll naturally shorten to Ted though by the time he gets to marriageable age I'm sure!
Edwin is another option.
But in this situation i would go for Edward and introduce him as Teddy.
Love Ted and I know a few plus a couple of Teddies. Theodores and Edwards, but one Ted is actually Thomas Edward D-surname. so has the initials T.E.D, we all thought it was a bit random at the time but no-one bats an eyelid now!

GiveMeTheTeaAndNobodyGetsHurt · 12/12/2017 11:21

How about Edwin as a full name?

Unicornwhiskers · 12/12/2017 11:20

I would go with Ted as it’s more ‘grown up’ but call him Teddy.

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mum2bemay22 · 12/12/2017 11:05

But you can totally say that about so many names in this day and age can't you. Chaosofcalm

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Chaosofcalm · 12/12/2017 11:04

Can you imagine Teddy will you take this women to be your wife? Or Teddy we would like to offer you the job? Or another other adult situation?

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mum2bemay22 · 12/12/2017 11:02

Yes you're right they definitely would see it as a compliment lol!! I may consider Edward. My husband likes Teddy on its own at the moment and some colleagues at his work say they know a few Teddys that have just been Teddy so that reassures me it's not too crazy!

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DonkeysDontRideBicycles · 12/12/2017 11:01

If BIL is known by his full name or even Ed I don't see why you can't use Edward and choose Teddy as your son's everyday name.
BIL and DSis would probably consider it a compliment.

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mum2bemay22 · 12/12/2017 10:58

When I think of the name Teddy I definitely don't think of a stuffed toy (genuinely). I think of an old mans name 'Ted' and I think it's a lovely name in this day and age too. It's better in my opinion than the likes of 'Junior' etc but that's just me! I only wanted to see what people thought about a longer name for me then to shorten it not for it to be criticised as I believe it's entirely personal choice what you would like to call your child ☺️

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FartnissEverbeans · 12/12/2017 10:57

Why would you name your child after a stuffed toy?

The stuffed toy is named after Theodore Roosevelt

Fatso1978 · 12/12/2017 10:54

Teddy? Latest name fad from the US I suppose. Why would you name your child after a stuffed toy?

IVflytrap · 12/12/2017 10:47

Thaddeus.

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