Frederick vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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8 High Risk

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Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

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Frederick Rank #424

Hugo Rank #405

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 vs #424 for Frederick.

Is Frederick or Hugo more popular?

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Hugo mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Frederick and Hugo boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.