Hope vs Love

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hope

Girl #317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"Wish fulfilled"

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Girl #846 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"deep affection, devotion"

Origin: Old English

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Hope Rank #317

Love Rank #846

Hope is more popular, ranked #317 vs #846 for Love.

Is Hope or Love more popular?

Hope is more popular, ranked #317 compared to Love at #846 in the United States.

What do Hope and Love mean?

Hope means "Wish fulfilled". Love means "deep affection, devotion" (Old English origin).

Are Hope and Love boy or girl names?

Hope is primarily a girl name. Love is primarily a girl name.