Name:
Ned
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
English
Meaning:
Ned is a diminutive of Edward. Edward originates in Old English and means "wealthy guard". It has been one of the most popular masculine given names over centuries and in different spellings all over the world. Popular with aristocracy, it was borne by several kings of England. Lately, its popularity in the United States has declined.
Pronunciation:
NED
The Five Elements:
Fire
Also Spelled Like...:
Neddie
Famous Ned:
Ned Hanlon : baseball player
Ned Beatty : actor
Ned Connor : baseball player
Ned Garvin : baseball player
Ned Rorem : composer