Ted Dallas

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ted Dallas — English
96K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ted Dallas is a name that combines English origins. The first name Ted is a masculine given name of English origin. Ted is a masculine given name. It is usually a diminutive form (hypocorism) for Edward, Edwin, Edgar, Edmund, Theodore, among other names. Alternatives of Ted are Ned, Teddy, and Ed. Ted Cruz (born 1970), Canadian-born American politician Ted Danson (born 1947), American actor Ted Ginn Jr. (born 1985), Former American NFL player Ted Ginn Sr. (born 1955), American football coach and father of Ted Ginn Jr. The surname Dallas: Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, as well as a given name. When of Scottish origin the name is a habitational name, derived from Dallas near Forres. This place-name is likely derived from the British dol "meadow" + gwas "dwelling" (compare Gaelic dail + fas). This name also appears in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. When of English origin the name is a habitational name, derived from the Old English dæl, or Old Norse dalr "valley" + hus "house". An example of such a derivation is Dalehouse in North Yorkshire. Ted is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 96K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ted reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ted

English

Ted is a masculine given name. It is usually a diminutive form (hypocorism) for Edward, Edwin, Edgar, Edmund, Theodore, among other names. Alternatives of Ted are Ned, Teddy, and Ed. Ted Cruz (born 1970), Canadian-born American politician Ted Danson (born 1947), American actor Ted Ginn Jr. (born 1985), Former American NFL player Ted Ginn Sr. (born 1955), American football coach and father of Ted Ginn Jr.

Surname: Dallas

English

Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, as well as a given name. When of Scottish origin the name is a habitational name, derived from Dallas near Forres. This place-name is likely derived from the British dol "meadow" + gwas "dwelling" (compare Gaelic dail + fas). This name also appears in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. When of English origin the name is a habitational name, derived from the Old English dæl, or Old Norse dalr "valley" + hus "house". An example of such a derivation is Dalehouse in North Yorkshire.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ted is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ted by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ted Dallas

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ted Dallas:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ted?
The first name Ted originates from English. Ted is a masculine given name. It is usually a diminutive form (hypocorism) for Edward, Edwin, Edgar, Edmund, Theodore, among other names. Alternatives of Ted are Ned, Teddy, and Ed. Ted Cruz (born 1970), Canadian-born American politician Ted Danson (born 1947), American actor Ted Ginn Jr. (born 1985), Former American NFL player Ted Ginn Sr. (born 1955), American football coach and father of Ted Ginn Jr.
When was Ted most popular?
The name Ted reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dallas?
The surname Dallas originates from English. Dallas is a surname of Scottish and English origin, as well as a given name. When of Scottish origin the name is a habitational name, derived from Dallas near Forres. This place-name is likely derived from the British dol "meadow" + gwas "dwelling" (compare Gaelic dail + fas). This name also appears in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. When of English origin the name is a habitational name, derived from the Old English dæl, or Old Norse dalr "valley" + hus "house". An example of such a derivation is Dalehouse in North Yorkshire.
How common is the surname Dallas?
The surname Dallas is shared by approximately 9K people worldwide.
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