Stephen vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stephen

Boy #378 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

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Stephen Rank #378

Hugo Rank #405

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 vs #405 for Hugo.

Is Stephen or Hugo more popular?

Stephen is more popular, ranked #378 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Stephen and Hugo mean?

Stephen means "crown, wreath" (Ancient Greek origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Stephen and Hugo boy or girl names?

Stephen is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.