Cason vs Hugh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cason

Boy #859 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the marsh dwellers"

Origin: English/Scottish (via Carson)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#859
Total SSA Count
283
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#765
Total SSA Count
332
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Cason Rank #859
Hugh Rank #765

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #859 for Cason.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cason or Hugh more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Cason at #859 in the United States.

What do Cason and Hugh mean?

Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin). Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Cason and Hugh boy or girl names?

Cason is primarily a boy name. Hugh is primarily a boy name.

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