"dignity, esteem, reputation"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Honor
Pronunciation: [ AHN-er ]
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A virtue name of quiet, lasting dignity
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The Story of Honor
Honor comes from the Latin 'honorem', meaning esteem, dignity, and reputation. It entered English through Old French 'onor' after the Norman Conquest. As a given name, Honor belongs to the English tradition of virtue names — names chosen for qualities parents hope their children will embody. The Irish form Honora (from the Latin Honorius) was common in Ireland, and Honor is a modernized form of this tradition.
Honor has been quietly gaining popularity among English-speaking parents attracted to virtue names. It feels simultaneously ancient and fresh — less familiar than Faith or Grace, but equally dignified. Jessica Alba brought attention to the name in 2008 when she named her daughter Honor.
In Irish tradition, Honor/Honora was a common name, partly influenced by Latin Christian naming and partly due to its phonetic similarity to the Irish name Onóra. The concept of honor is central to many cultures' social codes.
Historical Record
Honor first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,603 babies have been named Honor in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Honor is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,098 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jessica Alba named her daughter Honor Marie in 2008, giving the name its biggest cultural boost in decades
- The Latin Honorius was a Roman emperor's name (395-423 AD), showing the name's ancient noble pedigree
Honor in Other Languages
Irish
Onóra
Latin
Honoria
French
Honorée
Italian
Onoria
Spanish
Honoria
Popularity Over Time
#2,098
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Honor
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Honor Marie Warren
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2008
Daughter of actress Jessica Alba, whose naming helped boost the name's popularity
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Honor Blackman
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1925
British actress known for playing Cathy Gale in The Avengers and Bond girl Pussy Galore in Goldfinger
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,098
- Total SSA Count
- 91
- Cultural Origins
- English Irish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Honor
What does the name Honor mean?
"dignity, esteem, reputation" (from Latin). Honor comes from the Latin 'honorem', meaning esteem, dignity, and reputation. It entered English through Old French 'onor' after the Norman Conquest. As a given name, Honor belongs to the English tradition of virtue names — names chosen for qualities parents hope their children will embody. The Irish form Honora (from the Latin Honorius) was common in Ireland, and Honor is a modernized form of this tradition.
What is the origin of the name Honor?
Honor has Latin, English, Irish, and American origins. In Latin, it means "dignity, esteem, reputation".
Is Honor a boy or girl name?
Honor is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2098. As a boy name, it is ranked #1585. Honor is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Honor?
Honor is pronounced AHN-er.
How popular is the name Honor?
Honor is currently ranked #2098 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Honor?
Common nicknames for Honor include Nora and Honey.
What are good middle names for Honor?
Popular middle name pairings include Honor Rose, Honor Jane, Honor Claire, Honor Louise, Honor Mae, and Honor Wren.
What are good sibling names for Honor?
Names that pair well with Honor as siblings include Verity, Constance, Prudence, Felix, Noble, and Justice.
How many syllables does Honor have?
Honor has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Honor a common or rare name?
Honor is an uncommon name, ranked #2098 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Honor?
Are there other spellings for Honor?
Related spellings include Honora.
About the Name Honor
Honor is a girl name with English, Irish, and American origins . The name means "dignity, esteem, reputation" in Latin .
Is Honor a boy or girl name? Honor is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,098 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,585. Honor is more commonly used as a boy name.
Honor is currently ranked #2,098 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Honor has 2 syllables and is pronounced AHN-er, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Honor include Nora and Honey. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Honor include Honora . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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