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How to pronounce Ned (NED)

Ned

NED

Ned

Short form of Edward. One syllable. Famous bearer: bushranger Ned Kelly.

Notes

Short form of Edward. One syllable. Famous bearer: bushranger Ned Kelly.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Old English
Meaning
wealthy guardian (short for Edward)
Variant of
Edward

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Neddo
  • Neddy
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Famously the Australian bushranger Ned Kelly.

Notable people

  • Ned Kelly (Australian bushranger)

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