Hugh vs Reign

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 #624 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"rule, sovereignty"

Origin: Old French

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Hugh Rank #765

Reign Rank #624

Reign is more popular, ranked #624 vs #765 for Hugh.

Is Hugh or Reign more popular?

Reign is more popular, ranked #624 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Reign mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Reign means "rule, sovereignty" (Old French origin).

Are Hugh and Reign boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Reign is primarily a boy name.