Hugo
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Hugo is a boy name of Latin origin meaning "Mind, intellect, or spirit".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Latin
Religion
Christian
Popularity
8 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Mind, intellect, or spirit
Etymology
Derived from Latin 'hugus', meaning 'mind' or 'intellect', or possibly from Germanic 'hug', meaning 'thought' or 'spirit'. Popularized by Saint Hugh of Lincoln.
Famous People Named Hugo
- Hugo Chávez — Venezuelan politician, 56th president of Venezuela (1954–2013)
- Hugo Grotius — Dutch jurist and scholar (1583-1645)
- Hugo Lloris — French footballer (born 1986)
- Hugo von Hofmannsthal — Austrian novelist, librettist, poet, dramatist (1874–1929)
- Hugo Alfvén — Swedish composer, conductor, violinist, and painter (1872-1960)
Frequently Asked Questions About Hugo
What does the name Hugo mean?
Hugo means "Mind, intellect, or spirit", and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of the name Hugo?
Hugo originates from Latin, commonly used in Europe.
Is Hugo a boy or girl name?
Hugo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Hugo associated with?
Hugo is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Hugo?
Yes — notable people named Hugo include Hugo Chávez (Venezuelan politician, 1954–2013), Hugo Grotius (Dutch jurist and scholar, 1583-1645), Hugo Lloris (French footballer, born 1986), Hugo von Hofmannsthal (Austrian novelist, 1874–1929) and Hugo Alfvén (Swedish composer, 1872-1960).
Last updated: June 2026