Hugh vs Shane

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 #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

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Hugh Rank #765

Shane Rank #602

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 vs #765 for Hugh.

Is Hugh or Shane more popular?

Shane is more popular, ranked #602 compared to Hugh at #765 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Shane mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin).

Are Hugh and Shane boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Shane is primarily a boy name.