US Popularity:2103
Origin:Norse
Other Origin(s):German
Meaning:High guardian; Heart-brave
When you think of Howard, moguls and movie stars like millionaire Howard Hughes or actor Howard Hesseman might come to mind. But this beautiful boy’s name has many other meanings that’ll make a real mark on baby. Possibly pulled from the Old Norse name Havard, Howard means “high guardian.” And borrowed from the Old German name Hughard, meaning “heart-brave,” Howard is a wonderful way to awaken your little one's inner warrior. Whether baby’s made for big bucks or the battlefield, you can bet on Howard for bigger things to come.

Famous People Named Howard

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Howard Charles
    TV Actor
  • Howard Hanson
    Composer
  • Howard Schultz
    Entrepreneur
  • Howard Stern
    Radio Host
  • Moe Howard
    Comedian

Howard Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Howard is currently #3226 on The Bump
Boy:Howard is currently #1808 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Howard is currently #2103 in U.S. births
Boy:Howard is currently #1003 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1003
in 2023
+ 58
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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