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Horace vs Howard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Horace Rank #48,617
Howard Rank #1,056

Howard is more popular, ranked #1056 vs #48617 for Horace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Horace or Howard more popular?

Howard is more popular, ranked #1056 compared to Horace at #48617 in the United States.

What do Horace and Howard mean?

Howard means "high guardian, high watchman" (Old Norse origin).

Are Horace and Howard boy or girl names?

Horace is primarily a girl name. Howard is primarily a boy name.

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