Hugo

Meaning of Hugo

Hugo means "mind" or "intellect." It can also mean "spirit".

Hugo has German roots — browse every German baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Hugo

Hugo is climbing again, up to #378 in 2025 from #404 in 2024 after peaking at #365 in 2003.

Notable people named Hugo

• Victor Hugo
  French novelist, poet, dramatist
• Hugo Weaving
  British-Australian actor
• Hugo Lloris
  French football player
• Hugo Boss
  German fashion designer
• Hugo Speer
  English actor

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Questions about the name Hugo

What does the name Hugo mean?

Hugo means hugo means "mind" or "intellect." it can also mean "spirit", and it comes from German origins.

Is Hugo a boy's or a girl's name?

Hugo is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Hugo?

In 2025, Hugo ranked #378 for boys, up from #404 the year before.

When was Hugo most popular?

Hugo peaked at #365 in 2003.