Names Starting With H
BoyGerman#426 in 2025
Hugh
Hugh is a boys' name of German origin meaning “mind, intellect, spirit.” It ranked #426 in the United States in 2025.
pronunciation
HYOO
meaning & origin
The name Hugh means “mind, intellect, spirit.” It comes from the German language tradition.
From the Old High German Hug, meaning mind or spirit. Brought to England by the Normans, it was enormously popular in medieval Europe, borne by saints, kings, and noblemen. It has a quiet, understated distinction.
popularity over time
#5312020
#5022021
#4752022
#4502023
#4262024
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #426 |
| 2023 | #450 |
| 2022 | #475 |
| 2021 | #502 |
| 2020 | #531 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
famous people named Hugh
- Hugh Grant (actor)
- Hugh Jackman (actor)
- Hugh Laurie (actor)
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