What does the name Ned mean?

The name Ned means "Rich guard".

What is the origin of the name Ned?

Ned is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 11 babies were named Ned in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Ned is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 11 →

All-Time Total: 16,282

Peak Year: 1939

Ned is a diminutive of the name Edward, which is of Old English origin meaning "wealthy guardian."

Boy names closely related to Ned

Bryon Codi Ronald Douglas Donald Jeffrey Gregory Dennis

Girl names closely related to Ned

Gerri Bambi Tina Laina Constance Betsy Tricia Cathy

Names with similar meaning to Ned

Ed Eddie Eddy Eduardo Edward Edwardo

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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