Hugo
girl nameHugo entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #9559 in 1993, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#9559
peak (1993)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #10921 |
| 1990s | #10902 |
| 2020s | #13453 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hugo are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hugo alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hugo in 2025?
- Hugo is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Hugo most popular?
- Hugo peaked in 1993, reaching #9559 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hugo with classmates?
- Hugo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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