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Name Origin

Ward is an English surname that has become occasionally used as a given name. It originates from Old English words meaning 'guardian' or 'watchman'.

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Famous People

Ward Churchill (1947-)

Professor, Author, Activist

  • Controversial scholar known for his work on Native American history and political activism.
  • Author of numerous books, including 'Fantasies of the Master Race'.

Ward Cunningham (1949-)

Software Developer

  • Inventor of the wiki concept.
  • Key contributor to the development of Extreme Programming (XP).
  • Created the first wiki software, WikiWikiWeb.

Ward Connerly (1940-)

Political Activist, Writer

  • Prominent figure in the anti-affirmative action movement.
  • Led successful ballot initiatives to ban affirmative action in California and other states.
  • Author of the book 'Creating Equal: The Case for Affirmative Action's End'.

Sibling Names

Hazel

Both Ward and Hazel have a vintage charm and are nature-inspired, evoking a sense of warmth and simplicity.

Arthur

Ward and Arthur share classic roots with a strong, timeless quality. They sound sophisticated yet approachable.

Maeve

Both Ward and Maeve possess an air of mystery and strength, suggesting resilience and individuality.