TheNameDBHoward
MasculineMeaning
High guardian or noble watchman.
Etymology
From the Old English and Germanic elements hoh or hug meaning 'high' or 'heart' and weard meaning 'guardian' or 'watchman'. The name became established in England during the medieval period and was borne by several noble families.
About the Name Howard
Howard is a traditional English name with medieval origins that became particularly popular in the 19th and 20th centuries. The name carries associations with nobility and watchfulness, though its usage has declined in recent decades.