Otto vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Otto

Boy #274 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealth, fortune, prosperity"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Italian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#274
Total SSA Count
1,239
Syllables
2
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

Otto Rank #274
Hugo Rank #405

Otto is more popular, ranked #274 vs #405 for Hugo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otto or Hugo more popular?

Otto is more popular, ranked #274 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Otto and Hugo mean?

Otto means "wealth, fortune, prosperity" (Old High German origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Otto and Hugo boy or girl names?

Otto is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.

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