Hugo
Hugo is a boys' name of German origin meaning “mind, intellect.” It ranked #290 in the United States in 2025. Hugo derives from the Germanic 'hug' meaning 'mind' or 'spirit.
how do you pronounce Hugo?
HYOO-go
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what does Hugo mean?
The name Hugo means “mind, intellect.” It comes from the German language tradition.
Hugo derives from the Germanic 'hug' meaning 'mind' or 'spirit.' Victor Hugo, the French literary giant, is its most famous bearer. It has long been a top name in France and Spain and is now climbing in English-speaking countries.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #290 |
| 2023 | #312 |
| 2022 | #340 |
| 2021 | #373 |
| 2020 | #410 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Hugo?
- Victor Hugo (French novelist, Les Miserables)
- Hugo Weaving (Australian actor)
- Hugo Boss (German fashion designer)
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