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Hortense vs Howard

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Hortense Rank #39,065
Howard Rank #1,056

Howard is more popular, ranked #1056 vs #39065 for Hortense.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hortense or Howard more popular?

Howard is more popular, ranked #1056 compared to Hortense at #39065 in the United States.

What do Hortense and Howard mean?

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

Are Hortense and Howard boy or girl names?

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

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