Hugo vs Royce

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

Royce

Boy #463 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of the king"

Origin: Old French via English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#463
Total SSA Count
669
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hugo Rank #405
Royce Rank #463

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 vs #463 for Royce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugo or Royce more popular?

Hugo is more popular, ranked #405 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Hugo and Royce mean?

Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin). Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are Hugo and Royce boy or girl names?

Hugo is primarily a boy name. Royce is primarily a boy name.

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