Hugo
Hugo is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Mind, intellect, or spirit.
Origin and history
Hugo is a masculine name of Old High German origin meaning 'mind' or 'intellect'. It has historically been popular in continental Europe and has seen steady, enduring use in the United States. In recent years, it has experienced a subtle revival among parents seeking classic European names.
Popularity in the United States
37,482 babies in the United States have been named Hugo since 1880. It ranks #590 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #414.
States where it is most popular
- CA (33.5 %)
- TX (20.5 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
- IL (6.1 %)
- FL (3.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 277 |
| 1890-1900 | 311 |
| 1900-1910 | 251 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,412 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,543 |
| 1930-1940 | 812 |
| 1940-1950 | 529 |
| 1950-1960 | 794 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,198 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,271 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,732 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,611 |
| 2000-2010 | 7,324 |
| 2010-2019 | 6,787 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,630 |
Famous people named Hugo
- Hugo Weaving: Actor
- Hugo Lloris: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Hugo Black: Jurist, Supreme Court Justice
Fun facts
- The name gained enduring international prominence through French author Victor Hugo, writer of Les Misérables.
- Hugo has been borne by European nobility and saints since the Middle Ages.