Neddy Name Meaning, Origin & Gender
Neddy is listed in our database as a boy name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Edward: Wealthy guardian. From the Old English name Eadweard, meaning rich or happy, and guardian. Also a diminutive of Edgar: Fortunate and powerful”.
Neddy Name at a Glance
| Name | Neddy |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Diminutive of Edward: Wealthy guardian. From the Old English name Eadweard, meaning rich or happy, and guardian. Also a diminutive of Edgar: Fortunate and powerful. |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
What Does the Name Neddy Mean?
According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Neddy means “Diminutive of Edward: Wealthy guardian. From the Old English name Eadweard, meaning rich or happy, and guardian. Also a diminutive of Edgar: Fortunate and powerful”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.
Neddy Name Origin
Our database records Neddy under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.
Is Neddy a Boy or Girl Name?
In our database, Neddy is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.
Choosing the Name Neddy
When considering Neddy for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.
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