Telly

What does the baby name Telly mean? Learn about what Telly means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Telly - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Telly: T-E-L-L-Y, is a 5-letter male given name.
Meaning of Telly: Best, pet form of theodore.
Origin of Telly: The name 'Telly' is a diminutive form of the Greek name 'Aristotle'. It originated from the ancient Greek language and has been used as a nickname or a short form of the longer name.; English Names; Greek Names
Popularity of Telly: The name 'Telly' has not been as popular as its longer form 'Aristotle'. It is not commonly used as a given name on its own but is occasionally used as a nickname for individuals named Aristotle or for those who prefer a shorter and more informal name.; Telly currently has 2 likes, and is in the top 10% of liked boy's names. The name Abayomi is slightly more popular than Telly.

Etymology of Telly

The name 'Telly' does not have a specific etymology of its own, as it is primarily a diminutive form of 'Aristotle'. However, 'Aristotle' is derived from the Greek words 'aristos', meaning 'best' or 'excellent', and 'tēlos', meaning 'end' or 'goal'. Therefore, the name 'Aristotle' can be interpreted as 'the best end' or 'the best goal'.

Cultural Significance of Telly

As a diminutive of 'Aristotle', the name 'Telly' carries some cultural significance related to ancient Greek philosophy and intellectualism. Aristotle himself was a renowned philosopher, scientist, and teacher who made significant contributions to various fields of knowledge. The name 'Telly' may evoke associations with wisdom, intelligence, and scholarly pursuits.