Howard vs Aspen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Howard

Boy #1,056 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"high guardian, high watchman"

Origin: Old Norse

English American

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Boy #963 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"aspen tree, quaking poplar"

Origin: Old English

American English Canadian

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Howard Rank #1,056

Aspen Rank #963

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

Is Howard or Aspen more popular?

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

What do Howard and Aspen mean?

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

Are Howard and Aspen boy or girl names?

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