Hugh vs Luan

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

Luan

Boy #1,566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Albanian

Cultural Roots

Albanian Vietnamese Brazilian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,566
Total SSA Count
111
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hugh Rank #765
Luan Rank #1,566

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #1566 for Luan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugh or Luan more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Luan at #1566 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Luan mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Luan means "lion" (Albanian origin).

Are Hugh and Luan boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Luan is primarily a boy name.

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