Some time in the 1800's, it was quite a popular trend to shorten down names, and change letters. Which is why there are shortenings of names, such as; Richard/Dick, William/Bill, and Edward/Ted.
"Ted" is commonly a diminutive form of the name "Edward" or "Theodore." It can also be short for names like "Teddy," which is often associated with "Theodore," especially in reference to Teddy bears. Additionally, "Ted" may sometimes be used as a nickname for other names starting with "Ted" or "Teddy."
Edward M. 'Ted' Kennedy was born on February 22, 1932.
Edward is the full name for Ted
Edward Caddick goes by Ted.
Edward Payson goes by Ted.
Ted is short for Theodore. It may also be short for Edward. If you're looking for the etymology of these two names see: http://www.behindthename.com/name/theodore & http://www.behindthename.com/name/edward
Yes, Ted is a nickname for Edward and for Edmund.
Edward M. 'Ted' Kennedy was born on February 22, 1932.
Ted Cruz' full name is Rafael Edward "Ted" Cruz. Edward is his middle name
Ted Cruz' full name is Rafael Edward "Ted" Cruz. Edward is his middle name
Classically, Ted is short for Theodore. Ted is also a rhyming nickname for Edward (rhymes with nickname "Ed"). Nicknaming conventions seem to be very evolutionary and vary from time to time. For a brief summary of much of these names, see http://www.namenerds.com/uucn/advice/nickhistory.html.
Edward is the full name for Ted
Edward M. 'Ted' Kennedy was born on February 22, 1932.
Edward is usually shortened to Ted.
Yes. He is called Senator Ted Kennedy. Ted is a common nickname for those whose name is Edward.
Edward M. 'Ted' Kennedy died on August 25, 2009 at the age of 77.
Edward Payson goes by Ted.