Howie
Howie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhaʊ.i/
Meaning and origin of Howie
- A diminutive of the male given name Howard.
Etymology
From Howard + -ie.
How popular is Howie?
Since 1880, 788 boys in the U.S. have been named Howie. Its highest rank for boys was #1376 in 1957. In 2025, 21 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Howie FAQ
What does the name Howie mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Howard. From Howard + -ie.
How popular is the name Howie?
Since 1880, 788 boys in the U.S. have been named Howie. Its highest rank for boys was #1376 in 1957. In 2025, 21 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Howie a boy or girl name?
Howie is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 788 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.