Liem vs Hugh

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Liem

Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

Cultural Roots

Vietnamese Southeast Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,715
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Irish French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#765
Total SSA Count
332
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Liem Rank #5,715
Hugh Rank #765

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #5715 for Liem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liem or Hugh more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Liem and Hugh mean?

Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin). Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin).

Are Liem and Hugh boy or girl names?

Liem is primarily a boy name. Hugh is primarily a boy name.

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