Aspen vs Howard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aspen

Boy #963 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"aspen tree, quaking poplar"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #1,056 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"high guardian, high watchman"

Origin: Old Norse

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Aspen Rank #963

Howard Rank #1,056

Aspen is more popular, ranked #963 vs #1056 for Howard.

Is Aspen or Howard more popular?

Aspen is more popular, ranked #963 compared to Howard at #1056 in the United States.

What do Aspen and Howard mean?

Aspen means "aspen tree, quaking poplar" (Old English origin). Howard means "high guardian, high watchman" (Old Norse origin).

Are Aspen and Howard boy or girl names?

Aspen is primarily a boy name. Howard is primarily a boy name.