Ned

wealthy guardian

GenderBoyOriginEnglishSay itNEDPopularityRare, folksy revival
Pronounced NED

About the name Ned

Ned is a plainspoken, hearty nickname short for Edward or Edmund, radiating trustworthy charm. It's simple and thoroughly likable.

Reliable, friendly, and grounded.

Fun fact

Ned Kelly remains one of Australia's most legendary folk-hero outlaws.

Variations

NedEdwardNeddy

Famous people named Ned

  • Ned Kelly (Australian outlaw)

Sibling name ideas

EttaRosalindNoraWinnie

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Themes

StrongVintageShort & sweet
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