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Foster vs Howard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Foster Rank #1,077
Howard Rank #1,056

Howard is more popular, ranked #1056 vs #1077 for Foster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foster or Howard more popular?

Howard is more popular, ranked #1056 compared to Foster at #1077 in the United States.

What do Foster and Howard mean?

Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin). Howard means "high guardian, high watchman" (Old Norse origin).

Are Foster and Howard boy or girl names?

Foster is primarily a boy name. Howard is primarily a boy name.

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