Howard
/haʊərd/
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Howard is an English name derived from the Old Norse 'Hávarðr', meaning 'watcher' or 'guardian'. It has a strong, noble connotation and is often associated with leadership and wisdom. Historically, the name has been borne by notable figures, reinforcing its dignified and protective qualities.
Howard Zinn
Historian, A People's History of the United States
Howard Zieff
Film Director, Private Benjamin
Howard Wolpe
Government, Congressman from Michigan, 1979-83
Howard Wolfson
Government, Hillary Clinton campaign spokesman
C. Howard Wilkins, Jr.
Business, US Ambassador to the Netherlands, 1989-92
Howard B. Wentz, Jr.
Business, CEO of Amstar Company, 1983-89
Howard L. Waltman
Business, Founder of Express Scripts
Howard Vernon
Actor, The Awful Dr. Orloff
Howard Unruh
Criminal, Spree killer, 13 dead in 1949
Howard M. Temin
Scientist, Tumor viruses and host genetics
Howard Sutherland
Politician, US Senator from West Virginia, 1917-23
Howard K. Stern
TV Personality, Anna Nicole Smith's lawyer
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