Hugh vs Roger

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

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Roger

Boy #750 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous spear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English French German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#750
Total SSA Count
340
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Hugh Rank #765
Roger Rank #750

Roger is more popular, ranked #750 vs #765 for Hugh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugh or Roger more popular?

Roger is more popular, ranked #750 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Roger mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Roger means "famous spear" (Germanic origin).

Are Hugh and Roger boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Roger is primarily a boy name.

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