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Hugo vs Rylan

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
Rylan Rank #372

Rylan is more popular, ranked #372 vs #405 for Hugo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugo or Rylan more popular?

Rylan is more popular, ranked #372 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Hugo and Rylan mean?

Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin). Rylan means "land where rye grows" (Old English origin).

Are Hugo and Rylan boy or girl names?

Hugo is primarily a boy name. Rylan is primarily a boy name.

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