Howard Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Howard name began, what it means, and how Herald Lab researches a Howard coat of arms.
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Origin of the Howard name
Howard has several English origins: from the Germanic personal name Hugihard, "heart-brave", or Howard from Old Norse Hávarðr, "high guardian"; or an occupational name for a hayward, the keeper of hedges and enclosures. The noble Howard family of Norfolk made the name famous. It is common across England and America.
Our historical archives hold much more on the Howard name: dates, names and records of early bearers.
This overview covers the Howard name in England. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, Australia and Canada; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Howard name FAQ
What does the Howard name mean?
Heart-brave; high guardian; hayward. Common variants include Heward, Howerd, Hayward.
Where does the Howard surname come from?
It originates in England, and is also found in the United States, Australia and Canada.
Is there a Howard coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Howard crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Howard coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Reaney & Wilson, Dictionary of English Surnames; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford); US Census Bureau 2010.