Hugh vs Jon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Hugh Rank #765

Jon Rank #893

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #893 for Jon.

Is Hugh or Jon more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Jon at #893 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Jon mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hugh and Jon boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Jon is primarily a boy name.