Hugo
Meaning: Mind, soul, intellect
Origin: Germanic/Latin
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #182
Total births: 1,687
History: Hugo is at home in Ireland's hurling heartlands, from the limestone pitches of Kilkenny to the windswept fields of Clare. The fastest field sport in the world has shaped Irish identity, and this name belongs to that proud tradition.
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Every number here comes directly from Ireland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #42 |
| Babies named Hugo in 2025 | 117 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 1,687 |
| Peak year | 2022 (120 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #42 |
| Years in records | 1969–2025 (49 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 57 spots |
Frequently asked about Hugo
What does the name Hugo mean?
Hugo means “Mind, soul, intellect” from Germanic/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Hugo?
Hugo has Germanic/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Mind, soul, intellect”.
How popular is Hugo in Ireland?
Hugo ranked #42 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 117 babies that year.
When was Hugo most popular?
Hugo peaked in 2022 with 120 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Hugo a boy or girl name?
Hugo is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Hugos in registered births are male.
Is the name Hugo rising or falling in popularity?
Hugo has risen 57 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #99 in 2020 to #42 in 2025.
How long has Hugo been recorded in Ireland?
Hugo appears in birth records in Ireland across 49 years — from 1969 through 2025.