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Origin:
germanic
Name Root:
(HUGHARD) (HÁVARÐR)
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Howard is a popular English occupational given name of Middle English origin, meaning “shepherd, sheepherder.” This name derives from the Old Norse Personal Name “Hávarðr,” composed of two elements: “Hár” (high) plus “Varðr” (guard). In turn, the name is linked to the Germanic elements “Hug,” meaning “heart, mind” plus “ward,” meaning “guard.” Howard Stark is an American fictional comic book character who appears in books published by Marvel Comics, usually as a background character in stories featuring his son, Tony Stark (aka Iron Man).

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Numerological Values: #6

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Chakra Number: #6
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Color meaning: Indigo

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