Ned

Boy

Ned is a boy's name of Old English origin meaning "Short form of Edward, from ead (wealth) and weard (guardian).". It is pronounced NED. Today it is a popular name (popularity 88/100) and fading.

Old English origin · /NED/ · classic

Meaning: Short form of Edward, from ead (wealth) and weard (guardian).

Popularity 88/1001 syllablesPeaked 1939↓ Falling

Insights

Frequently asked questions about Ned

What does Ned mean?

Ned means "Short form of Edward, from ead (wealth) and weard (guardian).". It is of Old English origin.

Is Ned a boy or girl name?

Ned is traditionally a boy's name.

How popular is Ned?

Ned is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 88/100. It was most popular in the 1930s.

How is Ned pronounced?

Ned is pronounced NED.

Explore more: Old English names · Boy names starting with N

Looking for more? Generate baby names like Ned with our AI name generator →

Make it theirs

📖Baby name bookShop on Amazon →🔤"Ned" nursery lettersShop on Amazon →🧸Personalized Ned blanketShop on Amazon →🎀Ned birth announcementShop on Amazon →

As an Amazon Associate, NameTheKid earns from qualifying purchases.

See all names like Ned →

Sibling name ideas

Names with a similar feel to Ned for a brother or sister.

Beverley Elvin Marta Linwood Ester Dudley

More sibling names for Ned →

Ned