Hugo vs Jake

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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Popularity Comparison

Hugo Rank #405
Jake Rank #423

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugo or Jake more popular?

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Hugo and Jake mean?

Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hugo and Jake boy or girl names?

Hugo is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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