Name Profile
Howard
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown2 syllablesCurrent rank #939 (2021)
About Howard
Howard appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1880 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 347,222 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationHoward
Syllables2
Nicknames for Howard
HowaHowHowieHowyWard
Popularity in the U.S.
Howard is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Howard for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Howard had 241 births in 2021.
Middle Name Ideas
- Howard James
- Howard Alexander
- Howard Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Howard mean?
Howard means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Howard a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Howard is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Howard pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Howard.
What are common nicknames for Howard?
Popular nicknames include Howa, How, Howie, Howy, Ward.