Grey vs Hugh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

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Grey Rank #878

Hugh Rank #765

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #878 for Grey.

Is Grey or Hugh more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Grey and Hugh mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Grey and Hugh boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Hugh is primarily a boy name.