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Hugo vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugo

Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic French Spanish Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#405
Total SSA Count
797
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#259
Total SSA Count
1,348
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hugo Rank #405
Avery Rank #259

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #405 for Hugo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugo or Avery more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Hugo and Avery mean?

Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Hugo and Avery boy or girl names?

Hugo is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.

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