Honore

“Honor” — Embodies the concept of honor and dignity and is traditiona

France origin · Unisex name

♂ 11% boys♀ 89% girls

#1766US 2023

434Births / yr

→Stable

252All-time births

📅 Since 189800

What does Honore mean and where does it come from?

Honore is a feminine form of the name Honor, rooted in French origins. The name embodies the concept of honor and dignity and is traditionally linked to nobility in France. It has been used since the Middle Ages, although its modern usage is less common. In the United States, it reflects a revival o

Cultural significance

Honore has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of honor.

Peak popularity

Reached #1935 in 1898 — currently #1766 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Honore?

Honore works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Honore Grace

How popular is Honore right now?

Holding steady — currently #1766 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1766 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1766	434	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1771	414	▲ up 5 · +8% births
2021	#1776	384	▲ up 4216 · +7580% births
1955	#5992	5	▼ down 554
1950	#5438	5	▼ down 919
1940	#4519	5	▲ up 602
1925	#5121	5	▼ down 1201 · -17% births
1915	#3920	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Honore

Best Year2023Rank #1766

Peak Count434

Average Rank#3788

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 20238 years

The story of Honore

Honore has been a beloved American name for over 126 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1898. With 252 total births recorded, Honore remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3920 in 1915 to #1766 in 2023. Honore is used for both genders: 89% female and 11% male.

Names that peaked alongside Honore in 1898:

Mary Anna Helen Margaret Ruth

Honore by decade

Honore peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →

Decade	Births
1890s	5
1910s	41
1920s ★	70
1930s	23
1940s	54
1950s	21
1960s	18
1970s	5
1980s	5
1990s	5
2010s	5

💎Honore has only 252 total recorded births since 1898 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Honore?

Common

HonHonieHonyOre

What names sound and feel like Honore?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Honore also consider these

Honor

English · High respect, esteem;

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Lynore

English · light; tender

Common questions about the name Honore

What does the name Honore mean?

Honore means "Honor" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Honore?

Honore is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Honore?

Honore originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Honore?

Honore pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Honore a common or rare name?

Honore is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.