Hugh
BoyGermanic
Hugh is a boy name of Germanic origin meaning "Mind, spirit".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Germanic
Popularity
13 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Mind, spirit
Etymology
Hugh is the English-language variant of the masculine given name Hugues, itself the Old French variant of Hugo, a short form of Continental Germanic given names beginning in the element *hug- "mind, spirit".
Famous People Named Hugh
- Hugh Grant — British actor
- Hugh Hefner — American businessman and magazine publisher (1926–2017)
- Hugh Masekela — South African jazz trumpeter
- Hugh Bonneville — British actor (born 1963)
- Hugh Algernon Weddell — Anglo-French botanist, physician, and explorer (1819-1877)
Frequently Asked Questions About Hugh
What does the name Hugh mean?
Hugh means "Mind, spirit", and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of the name Hugh?
Hugh originates from Germanic.
Is Hugh a boy or girl name?
Hugh is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Hugh?
Yes — notable people named Hugh include Hugh Grant (British actor), Hugh Hefner (American businessman and magazine publisher, 1926–2017), Hugh Masekela (South African jazz trumpeter), Hugh Bonneville (British actor, born 1963) and Hugh Algernon Weddell (Anglo-French botanist, 1819-1877).
Last updated: June 2026