Howie
boy name#4707 in 2025Howie entered the US charts in 1943, peaked at #1364 in 1957, ranks #4707 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1943–2025
#4707
rank today
#1364
peak (1957)
21
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2708 |
| 1950s | #2173 |
| 1960s | #2373 |
| 1970s | #3783 |
| 1980s | #6307 |
| 1990s | #6401 |
| 2000s | #6697 |
| 2010s | #7496 |
| 2020s | #5450 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Howie has been most popular in CA.
Living bearers
About 700 people named Howie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Howie alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Howie in 2025?
- Howie ranks #4707 among US boy names in 2025, with 21 babies given the name.
- When was the name Howie most popular?
- Howie peaked in 1957, reaching #1364 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Howie with classmates?
- Howie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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