Eric vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

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Eric Rank #252

Hugo Rank #405

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 vs #405 for Hugo.

Is Eric or Hugo more popular?

Eric is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Eric and Hugo mean?

Eric means "ever powerful" (Old Norse origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Eric and Hugo boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.