Richard vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Richard

Boy #232 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"strong ruler, powerful leader"

Origin: Germanic

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12 High Risk

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Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

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Richard Rank #232

Hugo Rank #405

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 vs #405 for Hugo.

Is Richard or Hugo more popular?

Richard is more popular, ranked #232 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Richard and Hugo mean?

Richard means "strong ruler, powerful leader" (Germanic origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Richard and Hugo boy or girl names?

Richard is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.