Hugh vs Raylan

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 #717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ray of light, bright counsel"

Origin: Old English rǣd + land

American English

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Hugh Rank #765

Raylan Rank #717

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 vs #765 for Hugh.

Is Hugh or Raylan more popular?

Raylan is more popular, ranked #717 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Raylan mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin).

Are Hugh and Raylan boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Raylan is primarily a boy name.