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The name Honor originates from the Latin word 'honor,' meaning esteem or respect. It evolved through various forms, from Latin to Old French and into Modern English. The name is often associated with virtuous traits and gained popularity during the Middle Ages. Although it does not have biblical relevance, it is perceived positively today, symbolizing integrity. Notable figures include Honor Blackman and Honoré de Balzac.

The name Honor is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Honor has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Honor' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4786th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1738th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2438th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3285th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4530th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4571st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7171st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3055th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1866th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Honor' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.