Hugh vs Ashan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Ashan

Boy #12,285 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"smoke, smoky"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Biblical Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#12,285
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hugh Rank #765
Ashan Rank #12,285

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #12285 for Ashan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugh or Ashan more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Ashan at #12285 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Ashan mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Ashan means "smoke, smoky" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hugh and Ashan boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Ashan is primarily a boy name.

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