Wealthy guardian
Ned is a traditional English diminutive of Edward, Edmund, or Edwin. It originated from the Old English elements 'ead', meaning wealth or fortune, and 'weard', meaning guard or protector. While historically common, it has become a rare and distinctive choice in the modern era.
Less common today
Ned isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,685 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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