Honour
English (Rare) · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Honour
The given name 'Honour' derives from the Latin word *honor*, meaning "esteem, dignity, or reputation," and was adopted into English as a virtue name.
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Etymology
The given name 'Honour' derives from the Latin word *honor*, meaning "esteem, dignity, or reputation," and was adopted into English as a virtue name. It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, notably among Puritans in the 17th century who favored virtue names, and occasionally in Christian contexts as a reflection of moral integrity.
Honour currently ranks #10,410 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2016.
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