Howie
Howie is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
High guardian or brave heart.
Origin and history
Howie is a diminutive of Howard, derived from Old Norse or Old German roots meaning high guardian or brave heart. Historically used as an informal short form, it has occasionally been given as a standalone registration in the United States. It carries a friendly, vintage feel associated with mid-century American culture.
Popularity in the United States
788 babies in the United States have been named Howie since 1880. It ranks #3888 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1824.
States where it is most popular
- NY (71 %)
- CA (29 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 41 |
| 1950-1960 | 170 |
| 1960-1970 | 160 |
| 1970-1980 | 46 |
| 1980-1990 | 23 |
| 1990-2000 | 44 |
| 2000-2010 | 91 |
| 2010-2019 | 110 |
| 2020-2029 | 103 |
Famous people named Howie
- Howie Mandel: Comedian, Television Host
- Howie Long: NFL Player, Sports Analyst
- Howie Dorough: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Howie originated as a affectionate short form for Howard before occasionally standing on its own.
- Although historically rare as a formal legal name, Howie saw a slight resurgence in U.S. birth filings in the 2020s.