Boy Name

Hugo

"Mind, intellect"

About the Name Hugo

Hugo is an intellectual Germanic name meaning mind or intellect, from the element 'hug.' Victor Hugo, the great French novelist who wrote Les Miserables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, is the name's most celebrated bearer. Hugo has a strong European presence, popular in France, Spain, Portugal, and Scandinavia. It feels sophisticated, cultured, and warmly accessible.

Name Details

Origin
Germanic
Syllables
2
Popularity Score
75/100
Meaning Category
wise

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