Hugh

Boy's name

Hugh is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German name "Hugo," meaning "heart, mind, spirit."

Meaning Heart, mind
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 332 Rising
Peak year 1916

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Hugh Jackman - Actor known for Wolverine in X-Men.
  • Hugh Grant - Actor in romantic comedies like Notting Hill.
  • Hugh Laurie - Actor, Dr. House in House M.D.
  • Hugh Hefner - Founder of Playboy magazine.
  • Hugh Dancy - Actor in Hannibal TV series.
  • Hugh Bonneville - Actor in Downton Abbey.
  • Hugh Downs - TV host and news anchor.
  • Hugh Beaumont - Actor, Ward Cleaver in Leave It to Beaver.
  • Hugh O'Brian - Actor, Wyatt Earp in The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp.
  • Hugh Panaro - Broadway actor, known for Phantom of the Opera.

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