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Howl

Pronunciation: [ h-OWL ]

Boy Name #6,467 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Howl is a boy name, recorded for 14 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced h-OWL.

Parents who love the name Howl often also consider Hortense, Hope, Honora .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #6,467
Total SSA Count: 14

Alternative Spellings

Howard #1056

Similar Names

Hortense Hope Honora Howard Homer Horace Houston Horatio

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Frequently Asked Questions About Howl

Is Howl a boy or girl name?

Howl is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Howl?

Howl is pronounced h-OWL.

How popular is the name Howl?

Howl is currently ranked #6467 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Howl a common or rare name?

Howl is an uncommon name, ranked #6467 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Howl

Howl is a boy name .

Howl is currently ranked #6,467 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Howl include Howard . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.