Hugo: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: HYOO-goh · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Hugo: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Mind, intellect»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Germanic
Popularity
67 out of 100
About the Name Hugo
Hugo is a boy's name with Germanic roots, traditionally understood to mean "Mind, intellect." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced HYOO-goh, Hugo runs to 2 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Hugo is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Ugo, Hugh.
Today Hugo is a steadily chosen option, with a popularity score of 67 out of 100 among families browsing FaceCast. In feel it reads as vintage, european. If you are already picturing the child who might one day carry it, FaceCast's AI baby generator lets you and your partner upload a photo and preview your future baby's face — a light, private way to imagine a little Hugo.
Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Hugo mean?+
The name Hugo means "Mind, intellect".
What is the origin of the name Hugo?+
Hugo is a name of Germanic origin.
Is Hugo a girl or boy name?+
Hugo is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Hugo?+
Hugo is pronounced HYOO-goh (2 syllables).
Is Hugo a popular name?+
Hugo is a steadily chosen option, scoring 67 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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