Bo vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bo

Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

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24 High Risk

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Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

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✓ All Clear

Bo Rank #452

Hugo Rank #405

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 vs #452 for Bo.

Is Bo or Hugo more popular?

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 compared to Bo at #452 in the United States.

What do Bo and Hugo mean?

Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Bo and Hugo boy or girl names?

Bo is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.