BoyGermanic

Hugo

Meaning: Mind, spirit

About Hugo

Hugo is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Mind, spirit,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Hugh. Indicative pronunciation: HYOO-go. Popular note: Popular in Francophone Europe. When considering Hugo, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Germanic

Variants

Hugh

Pronunciation

HYOO-go

Popularity note

Popular in Francophone Europe

FAQ — Hugo

What does the name Hugo mean?

Short meaning: Mind, spirit. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Hugo?

Most associated origin: Germanic.

Are there variants of Hugo?

Related forms: Hugh.