Capi (Don't Ask What Capitalism Can Do for You But What You Can Do for Capitalism) June 2011, Monterrey 50 x 53 x 43 cm Teddy bear with a printed t-shirt i The teddy bear is a stuffed toy bear. They are usually stuffed with soft, white cotton and have smooth and soft fur. It is an enduring form of a stuffed animal in many countries, often serving the purpose of entertaining children. The name teddy bear comes from the United States president Theodore Roosevelt, whose nickname was Teddy. The name originated from an incident on a bear-hunting trip when he refused to shoot a tied up American black bear. Tags: Capitalism, teddy bear, cute 1 / 2