US Popularity:16542
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:Eminent; Remarkable
Howell is a boy’s name of Welsh origin. Taken from the Old Welsh name Hywel, Howell means “eminent” or “remarkable.” And while the name Howell can be taken as a twist on Hywel, its connections to the many kings of Wales and Brittany—like Hywel Dda or Hywel the Great—are crystal clear. Howell is also a popular surname in the UK, with Youtuber and comedian Daniel Howell from the iconic Dan and Phil duo being one of its many bearers.

Howell Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Howell is currently #16542 in U.S. births
Boy:Howell is currently #7893 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#7893
in 2023
+ 659
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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