Howard
From a surname with multiple origins: possibly from Old English 'ewe herder', or from Germanic names Hughard or Hávarðr.
Meaning and origin
Howard originates from English and Anglo-Scandinavian sources, most likely meaning 'ewe herder' from Old English or derived from Germanic name elements.
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