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Cassian vs Hugh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cassian

Boy #617 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"of the Cassian family (Roman gens)"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#617
Total SSA Count
462
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Cassian Rank #617
Hugh Rank #765

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 vs #765 for Hugh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassian or Hugh more popular?

Cassian is more popular, ranked #617 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Cassian and Hugh mean?

Cassian means "of the Cassian family (Roman gens)" (Latin origin). Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Cassian and Hugh boy or girl names?

Cassian is primarily a boy name. Hugh is primarily a boy name.

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