Boy name
Hugo name meaning
“mind, intellect”
Hugo is a masculine name meaning mind or intellect, formed as a Latinized version of a Germanic name. Its underlying element is hug, meaning mind or spirit. The form Hugo subsequently entered several European languages while retaining its connection to that Germanic name element.
What does Hugo mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Hugo
A Latinized form of a Germanic name based on hug, meaning mind or spirit. Hugo subsequently entered several European languages.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Hugo
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Hugo, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Hugo Aleksander Joey
Meaning of each word
- Hugo: mind, intellect
- Aleksander: defender of humankind
- Joey: may God add
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Meaning of each word
- Hugo: mind, intellect
- Arnoldus: eagle strength or power
- Ruben: behold, a son
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Hugo Pilipus
Meaning of each word
- Hugo: mind, intellect
- Pilipus: lover of horses
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Meaning of each word
- Micky: who is like God?
- Hugo: mind, intellect
- Nathan: he has given
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Hugo Yosia
Meaning of each word
- Hugo: mind, intellect
- Yosia: Yahweh supports or heals
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Meaning of each word
- Hugo: mind, intellect
- Sean: God is gracious
- Andre: brave and manly
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How to pronounce Hugo
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦸꦒꦺꦴ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮠᮥᮌᮧ |
Is Hugo a boy’s name?
Yes, Hugo is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Hugo ranks #2,231 among boy names in our data sample (8 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Hugo
Names with related meanings
- Budi♂Intellect, intelligence, moral character
- Arif♂Knowledgeable, wise
- Arief♂Knowledgeable, wise
- Hakim♂Wise, possessing wisdom
- Lukman♂Name of a wise figure in the Quran
- Budiman♂Wise and of good character
- Rasyid♂♀Discerning, rightly guided
- Rusdi♂Associated with sound guidance and judgment
- Arsyad♂Better guided, wiser
- Huda♂Guidance toward the right path
- Roni♂Ruler's counselor
- Wicaksono♂Wise, discerning
Famous people named Hugo
- Hugo de Waal · b. 1935
- Hugo Efraim Aibekob · b. 1979
- Hugo Maikel Merani · b. 1985
- Hugo Rehi Kalembu · b. 1951
- Hugo Ronaldo Ajamiseba
FAQ about the name Hugo
What is the meaning of Hugo?
Hugo means mind, intellect. A Latinized form of a Germanic name based on hug, meaning mind or spirit. Hugo subsequently entered several European languages.
Is Hugo a boy’s name?
Yes, Hugo is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Hugo?
Hugo is of European and Latin origin.
How many syllables does Hugo have?
Hugo has 2 syllables (Hu-go) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Hugo?
Hugo ranks #2,231 among boy names in our data sample (8 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Hugo?
Some ideas: Hugo Aleksander Joey; Hugo Arnoldus Ruben; Hugo Pilipus.
Famous people named Hugo?
Notable people named Hugo include Hugo de Waal, Hugo Efraim Aibekob, Hugo Maikel Merani.
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