Hugh vs Kellan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

English Scottish Irish French

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Boy #919 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"slender, bright-headed"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish American

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Hugh Rank #765

Kellan Rank #919

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #919 for Kellan.

Is Hugh or Kellan more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Kellan at #919 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Kellan mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Kellan means "slender, bright-headed" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hugh and Kellan boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Kellan is primarily a boy name.