Hugo
Meaning & Origin
Hugo is a Germanic name derived from “hug,” meaning “heart, mind, or spirit.” It was carried into French and other European languages through medieval nobility and later popularized by the writer Victor Hugo.
Popularity
Hugo has been a top-ranked name in France for many years and is also extremely popular across Scandinavia, Spain, and increasingly in the UK and US, thanks to its short, strong, cross-language appeal.
Nicknames & Variations
Variations include Hugh, Ugo, and Hugues. Hugo is typically used as a complete given name in its own right.
Quick Facts
- Gender: Boy
- Origin: Germanic / French
- Meaning: Heart, mind, spirit
- Pronunciation: HYOO-goh