Names That Mean Guard
By Nameberry
Updated Thu Nov 30 2023
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- Ted
Origin:
Diminutive of Theodore or Edward, Greek or EnglishMeaning:
"gift of god; rich guard"Description:
Like Ed, Eddie and Teddy, Ted is rarely used as an independent name – in the US, at least. In the UK, Eddie ranks just outside the Top 200, Teddy ranks just outside the Top 30, and Ted is a Top 200 pick.
- Fender
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"defender, guard"Description:
Iconic guitar manufacturer that could make for an edgy baby name for rock lovers – or petrolheads; a fender is also part of a car.
- Hereward
Origin:
English, Anglo-SaxonMeaning:
"army guard"Description:
The name of an 11th-century Anglo-Saxon leader who rebelled against Norman rule feels weighty but not beyond revival for the adventurous baby namer.
- Harvard
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"army guard"Description:
With Yale and Brown in the mainstream, why not this upscale college name and surname as well.
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