Huey
Huey is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Heart, mind, or spirit.
Origin and history
Huey originated as a diminutive or variant of the name Hugh, which derives from the Germanic root element 'hug', meaning heart, mind, or spirit. It gained distinct recognition in English-speaking regions as a friendly, traditional given name. In the United States, it has been used consistently since the late 19th century, often carrying a vintage, familiar feel.
Popularity in the United States
7,098 babies in the United States have been named Huey since 1880. It ranks #1429 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1695.
States where it is most popular
- LA (54 %)
- AL (14.8 %)
- TX (7.4 %)
- MS (6.8 %)
- GA (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 26 |
| 1890-1900 | 55 |
| 1900-1910 | 67 |
| 1910-1920 | 337 |
| 1920-1930 | 963 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,169 |
| 1940-1950 | 845 |
| 1950-1960 | 887 |
| 1960-1970 | 581 |
| 1970-1980 | 333 |
| 1980-1990 | 199 |
| 1990-2000 | 122 |
| 2000-2010 | 103 |
| 2010-2019 | 179 |
| 2020-2029 | 232 |
Famous people named Huey
- Huey Long: Politician, Governor
- Huey Newton: Activist, Author
- Huey Lewis: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- Huey originated as a affectionate diminutive of Hugh, eventually standing on its own as an independent given name.
- The name is widely recognized in global popular culture through Disney's duck nephew character introduced in 1937.