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Apollo vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Apollo

Boy #415 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"strength, manly beauty"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American Greek Italian Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#415
Total SSA Count
776
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Hugo

Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic French Spanish Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#405
Total SSA Count
797
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Apollo Rank #415
Hugo Rank #405

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 vs #415 for Apollo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apollo or Hugo more popular?

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 compared to Apollo at #415 in the United States.

What do Apollo and Hugo mean?

Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Apollo and Hugo boy or girl names?

Apollo is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.

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