Eddard

Variation of Edward

Eddard Origin and Meaning

The name Eddard is a boy's name.

Eddard is a spin on Edward created by author George R.R. Martin for the Game of Thrones series. Eddard, usually known as Ned, Stark was the wise and good King of the North whose shocking murder at the end of the first season of the TV show set off years of chaos. While Eddard as a name may have more earthly ties than Sansa or Daenerys, it's linked firmly to the Game of Thrones franchise and will peg you as a fan.

The name Eddard in Pop Culture

• Eddard "Ned" Stark a main character in the Game of Thrones series