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Origin, Meaning, And History of Hugo
Acting both as a surname and a masculine name, Hugo has been derived from the Germanic word “hugu” which means “mind” or “intellect.” It is the Latin form of the name “Hugh,” which contains the element “hug” meaning “mind” or “spirit.”
The name Hugo with its German roots, bears multiple variations such as Ugo in Italian, Huw in Welsh, Hugh in English, Hugues in French, and Hauke in Frisian. Moreover, people also use nicknames such as Hue, Hugie, and Huey.
Hugo, also known as Chugo, Ogo, Hugh, Hucco, or Hucho, is found in Frankish documents dating back to the eighth century. Hugh the Great was the Duke of Franks and the Count of Paris. He was the son of King Robert I of France and was considered the most powerful magnate of France. Hugh Capet, the son of the mighty Hugh the Great, was the founder of the Capetian dynasty, who reigned in France for nearly three and a half centuries. All French kings, including Louis Philippe, belonged to this dynasty.
The name has been popular in Europe since the 19th century and has remained consistently well-known. In recent times, the most famous fictional reference to the name is from the “Harry Potter” franchise by J.K. Rowling. Hugo Granger Weasley is the half-blood wizard from Hufflepuff and the son of Hermione Granger and Ronald Weasley.
Hugo Danner is a fictional character and the protagonist of the 1930 novel “Gladiator” by Philip Wylie. He is portrayed as a superhuman who tries to utilize his powers for the sake of doing good. Hugo “Hurley” Reyes is a fictional character in the television series “Lost” portrayed by Jorge Gracia. He was one of the survivors of Oceanic Flight 815 and provided comic relief on a lighter note. In recent times, Hugo has become a more popular name in Latin America, where it is one of the top 100 names.
How To Pronounce Hugo?
Famous People With The Name Hugo
- Hugo TheorellSwedish scientist and the winner of the Nobel Prize in physiology or medicine
- Victor HugoFrench writer known for his novel “Notre-Dame de Paris”
- Hugo LlorisFrench professional football player and winner of the Goalkeeper of the Year Award
- Hugo BossGerman businessman and founder of the fashion brand Hugo Boss AG
- Hugo ChavezVenezuelan politician and the former president of the Republic of Venezuela
Hugo On The Popularity Chart
The name Hugo has experienced significant fluctuations in popularity between the 1980s and the 2020s. Check the graphs to understand more.
Popularity Over Time
The name saw frequent fluctuations in its popularity and reached its peak in 2006 when 811 babies per million shared this moniker. Check the graph below to get an idea of this trend.
Source: Social Security AdministrationRank Over Time
The name ranked well in the 1980s, but as the years progressed, Hugo lost its place with its least ranking in 2007. However, the ranking again improved after this year, reaching 17,978 in 2021.
Source: Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Hugo
Hugo is a traditional name with a touch of modernism, but you may want to explore some alternatives that sound similar. Here are some suggestions to consider.
Names With Similar Meaning As Hugo
If you want another name that shares the same meaning as Hugo, we have listed some options below. Take your pick.
Name Numerology For Hugo
