Teal

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Teal Pronunciation

Teal is pronounced TEEL /ˈtil/High

Meaning: From the word teal — 'a small freshwater duck' and 'the blue-green color named for it' (from Middle English tele); used for both sexes; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: A teal duck; the blue-green color: Teal is a color/nature name. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningFrom the word teal — 'a small freshwater duck' and 'the blue-green color named for it' (from Middle English tele); used for both sexes; here for girls

U.S. rank (2024)#6588 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1994

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,591

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Teal comes from the word teal — 'a small freshwater duck' (Middle English tele) and 'the blue-green color named for its plumage'. A crisp, modern color/nature name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Teal).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-teal-duck-and-the-color at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Teal is a small freshwater duck — and the blue-green color named for it (from Middle English tele) — a crisp, modern color/nature name, used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'TEEL').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — teal — word/color/nature origin

Variations

Teale

Themes & Styles

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Teal?

Teal is pronounced TEEL (/ˈtil/). Press play above to hear Teal said aloud.

How do you say Teal?

Teal is said TEEL (/ˈtil/). Press play above to hear Teal said aloud.

What does the name Teal mean?

Teal is a color/nature name — 'a small freshwater duck' and 'the blue-green color named for it'.

Is Teal a boy or girl name?

Teal is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Teal?

Teal is a very rare name in the U.S.