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Simon vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Simon Rank #251
Hugo Rank #405

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 vs #405 for Hugo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Simon or Hugo more popular?

Simon is more popular, ranked #251 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Simon and Hugo mean?

Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Simon and Hugo boy or girl names?

Simon is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.

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