Hugues
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Hugues first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 10 babies have been named Hugues in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hugues is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,699 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,699
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Hugues
Hugues is a boy name .
Hugues is currently ranked #39,699 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Hugues include Hug, Hugu, Huguy, Huguie, Huy, Huie, and Hugkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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