Jon vs Hugh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

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Jon Rank #893

Hugh Rank #765

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #893 for Jon.

Is Jon or Hugh more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Jon at #893 in the United States.

What do Jon and Hugh mean?

Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Jon and Hugh boy or girl names?

Jon is primarily a boy name. Hugh is primarily a boy name.