King vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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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

King Rank #343
Hugo Rank #405

King is more popular, ranked #343 vs #405 for Hugo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Hugo more popular?

King is more popular, ranked #343 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do King and Hugo mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are King and Hugo boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.

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