Why Howard Rocks?
What secrets hide behind “Howard” that makes it rock? Your first name is more than just a name!
The name “Howard” is of English origin. It’s a name commonly given to boys.
Your name in reverse order is “Drawoh.” A random rearrangement of the letters in your name (anagram) will give ‘Drwoah.’ How do you pronounce that?
Secret Meaning of Howard
The true meaning of ‘Howard’ cannot be described with just a few words. Your name is your destiny, heart’s desire, and personality. Howard is a name that suggests you give up what you want so other people can have what they need. Like a six-sided cube, your personality is steady and balanced. You are very creative and artistically oriented but also willing to take action to accomplish your goals. Often you volunteer to work on civic projects and make your fair share of responsibility. Others seek your advice because you carefully listen to their problems.
Your heart’s desire is knowledge! You are an idealistic analyzer and study things in-depth. Solving mental or physical puzzles are natural to you. You indulge in research and prefer scientific facts. There is a strong possibility that you are quiet, shy, and reserved. You may find it difficult to talk to or trust other people. Use your gift of intuition well.
When people hear the name Howard, they perceive you as someone who is strong and powerful. The raw power you radiate to others makes you look confident and intimidating at the same time. It requires some convincing before you join a worthy cause. You tend to be egocentric. Sometimes people think you are wealthy, even if you’re not.
Money comes and goes for you. Your vision can make you a lot of money and tend to lose it fast. You learn through experience and not easily discouraged. The second brain in your gut makes you alert, aware, watchful and prefers to be alone. Try to spend some of your time outdoors.
Your most likely vocation: teacher, philosopher, educator, religious zealot, scientist, minister, instructor, writer, producer of luxury and beauty goods, manager of restaurant, irrigationist, horticulturist, zoologist, shipping magnate.
Lucky colors: All varieties of blue except the very bright blues
Lucky gem(s): Emerald, turquoise
Lucky day(s): Sunday, Monday, and Friday
Lucky botanicals: Verbena, dog rose, violets, walnuts, all types of beans, apricot, almonds
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Is The Name Howard Popular?
“Howard” is not a popular baby boy’s name in Indiana as reported in the 1968 U.S. Social Security Administration data (ssa.gov). Imagine that, only 56 babies in Indiana have the same name as you in 1968. A total of 2,171 babies also bear the same first name during that year in the U.S. From 1880 to 2023, the highest recorded use of this name was in 1921 with a total of 7,713 babies. That’s a lot of baby Howards.
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Since 1880 up to 2023, the name “Howard” was recorded 347,902 times in the SSA public database. Using the UN World Population Prospects for 2023, that’s more than enough Howards to occupy the country of Mayotte with an estimated population of 335,995.
The name first appeared in the year 1880 and given to 357 newborn babies. (See FAQ) It became a popular name in the year 1880 with a rank of #44 nationwide and was registered 357 times as a baby boy’s name. Howard became a popular boy’s name in the state of Wyoming in the year 1912. It ranked #8 with 12 babies. The all-time high record for this name was in 1947 in the state of New York with 836 baby boys.
This name is a consistent top ranking boy’s name in the state of Maryland for 64 years from 1910 to 1975 (may not be consecutive).
For the past three decades (1994 to 2023), the name “Howard” was recorded 7,413 times in the SSA database.
What’s Next?
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