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Hugo vs Bryce

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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Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hugo Rank #405
Bryce Rank #297

Bryce is more popular, ranked #297 vs #405 for Hugo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugo or Bryce more popular?

Bryce is more popular, ranked #297 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Hugo and Bryce mean?

Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin). Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin).

Are Hugo and Bryce boy or girl names?

Hugo is primarily a boy name. Bryce is primarily a boy name.

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