"mind, heart, spirit"
Origin: Germanic
Language: English
Huey
Pronunciation: [ hy-OO-ee ]
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- Huey, Dewey, and Louie — Donald Duck's nephews; lighthearted but might seem cartoonish
The Story of Huey
Huey is a diminutive of Hugh, from the Old French Hugues, derived from the Germanic element hug meaning mind, heart, or spirit. Hugh was brought to England by the Normans after 1066 and became one of the most important names of the medieval period, borne by saints, nobles, and kings. Huey developed as the affectionate diminutive form.
Huey was popular in the US from the late 1800s through the mid-20th century. It is associated with jazz, Huey Lewis, and political figures like Huey Long and Huey Newton. It has vintage charm and has begun a modest revival as parents rediscover quirky mid-century names.
Huey Long was the flamboyant Governor and Senator of Louisiana in the 1930s, one of the most powerful political figures of his era. Huey Newton co-founded the Black Panther Party. The name carries both populist political energy and jazz-age charm.
Historical Record
Huey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,593 babies have been named Huey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Huey is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,928 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Huey, Dewey, and Louie are Donald Duck's nephews in Disney comics, first appearing in 1937
- Huey Newton co-founded the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense in 1966
- Huey Lewis and the News was one of the biggest American bands of the 1980s
Huey in Other Languages
Welsh
Huw
French
Hugues
German
Hugo
Italian
Ugo
Spanish
Hugo
Popularity Over Time
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Famous People Named Huey
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Huey Lewis
Musician
1950
American rock musician and lead singer of Huey Lewis and the News, known for Hip to Be Square
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Huey Newton
Activist
1942
Co-founder of the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense, civil rights activist
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Huey Long
Politician
1893
Governor and Senator of Louisiana, one of the most powerful and controversial American politicians of the 1930s
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,928
- Total SSA Count
- 43
- Cultural Origins
- English American Welsh
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Huey
What does the name Huey mean?
"mind, heart, spirit" (from Germanic). "intelligent one" (from Old French via Germanic). Huey is a diminutive of Hugh, from the Old French Hugues, derived from the Germanic element hug meaning mind, heart, or spirit. Hugh was brought to England by the Normans after 1066 and became one of the most important names of the medieval period, borne by saints, nobles, and kings. Huey developed as the affectionate diminutive form.
What is the origin of the name Huey?
Huey has Germanic, Old French via Germanic, English, American, and Welsh origins. In Germanic, it means "mind, heart, spirit". In Old French via Germanic, it means "intelligent one".
Is Huey a boy or girl name?
Huey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2928. As a girl name, it is ranked #48251. Huey is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Huey?
Huey is pronounced hy-OO-ee.
How popular is the name Huey?
Huey is currently ranked #2928 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Huey?
Popular middle name pairings include Huey James, Huey Lewis, Huey Thomas, Huey Grant, Huey Monroe, Huey Ray, and Huey Dean.
What are good sibling names for Huey?
Names that pair well with Huey as siblings include Dewey, Louie, Floyd, Mae, Bess, Nell, and Clyde.
How many syllables does Huey have?
Huey has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Huey a common or rare name?
Huey is an uncommon name, ranked #2928 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Huey
Huey is a boy name with English, American, and Welsh origins . The name means "mind, heart, spirit" in Germanic .
Is Huey a boy or girl name? Huey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,928 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #48,251. Huey is more commonly used as a boy name.
Huey is currently ranked #2,928 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Huey has 2 syllables and is pronounced hy-OO-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
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