Haward
boy nameHaward entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2471 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#2471
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3641 |
| 1920s | #3187 |
| 1930s | #3043 |
| 1940s | #3274 |
| 1950s | #3942 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Haward are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Haward alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Haward in 2025?
- Haward is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Haward most popular?
- Haward peaked in 1931, reaching #2471 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Haward with classmates?
- Haward will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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