I have a question about abbreviations on colonial (read that written 1707) deeds.   Quoting a deed of this date, “Between Edmund Howard H and Margarett his wife . . . . . in ye Province of Maryladn on ye one part Gent: and Henry Scholfield of Somerset County in ye Province afd of ye other Part. . . .”   I presume that “Gent:” stands for Gentleman.   But what would the “H” after a name stand for?  I’ve read and reread and even traced out the letter and it is an H.   Honorable perhaps?   Any knowledge in this area would be greatly appreciated.   Thanks a million!   Teresa A. Derrickson nee  Chandler