Is Hugo a boy or girl name?

Hugo is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.

Hugo scores 60/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2024.

What are good nicknames for Hugo?

Popular nicknames for Hugo: Hugh, Huey, Go, Hugs.

What names are similar to Hugo?

Names similar to Hugo: Hugh, Louis, Lucas, Felix — close in sound, origin, or style.

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Hugo

The name Hugo is derived from the Old High German 'hug', meaning 'mind', 'spirit', or 'heart'. It has been a popular name in various European cultures due to its strong and intellectual connotations. Historically, it has been associated with wisdom and leadership.

IPA: /ˈhjuːɡoʊ/ · Simplified: HYOO-goh

Male

Germanic

German

Europe

intellectual

sophisticated

strong

timeless

60/100

Popularity

Rising

10-Year Trend

Countries

2024

Peak Year

Meaning of Hugo

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

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How to pronounce Hugo

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /ˈhjuːɡoʊ/ · Simplified: HYOO-goh

Nicknames for Hugo

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

Hugh

Huey

Hugs

Hugo name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

France

Spain

Sweden

Germany

Denmark

United Kingdom

Netherlands

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Hugh

Ugo

Hugues

Hauke

Names like Hugo

Names with a similar feel you might also like.

Hugh

Louis

Lucas

Felix

Collections featuring Hugo

Curated name lists where this name appears

Germanic names Names that mean Strength Names that mean Wisdom

Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

Those named Hugo are often thought to be insightful and intelligent. They are seen as charismatic and possess a quiet confidence that inspires others. As a result, Hugo is frequently associated with leaders and thinkers.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

April 1

Famous people named Hugo

Well-known figures who share this name.

Victor Hugo

French poet, novelist, and dramatist of the Romantic movement (1802–1885)

Frequently asked questions about Hugo

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Hugo mean?: Here is the meaning behind Hugo: The name Hugo is derived from the Old High German 'hug', meaning 'mind', 'spirit', or 'heart'. It has been a popular name in various European cultures due to its strong and intellectual connotations. Historically, it has been associated with wisdom and leadership.
Is Hugo a boy or girl name?: Hugo is traditionally a boy's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Hugo?: Hugo scores 60/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2024.
What are good nicknames for Hugo?: Popular nicknames for Hugo: Hugh, Huey, Go, Hugs.
What names are similar to Hugo?: Names similar to Hugo: Hugh, Louis, Lucas, Felix — close in sound, origin, or style.

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