Hughie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hughie is a diminutive of the Germanic name Hugo, meaning 'mind' or 'intellect'. It evolved through several forms including Hugo and Hugh before becoming popular as Hughie. The name is often associated with positive traits such as intelligence and friendliness. It lacks significant biblical references and saw increased usage in the 19th century. Variants include Hugh and Hugo, and it is currently perceived as a charming and warm name.
The name Hughie is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hughie has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hughie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1151st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1306th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1765th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4508th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10567th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21055th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hughie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hughie"
Pronunciation
/ˈhjuːi/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Hughie is derived from the Germanic name 'Hugo', which means 'mind' or 'intellect'. It is also associated with the Old French 'Hugues'.
Meaning
mind, intellect
Language Evolution
Hugo, Hugues, Hugh, Hughie
Historical Usage
The name Hughie gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a diminutive form of Hugh.
Variants & Derivatives
Hugh, Hugo, Hughes
Modern Popularity & Image
Hughie is often viewed as a charming and friendly name, associated with warmth and intelligence. It has a nostalgic appeal, often linked to familial or traditional values.
Famous People
Hughie Green, Hughie Lewis, Hughie Dunbar
Explore More Hughie Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hughie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hughie"
"Hughie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1151st of 7545 | 602 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1306th of 6773 | 502 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1765th of 7552 | 374 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4508th of 10718 | 84 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10567th of 16616 | 28 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21055th of 23106 | 8 |
Regional Popularity of "Hughie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
53.04% 1255th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
71.10% 1673rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
56.85% 1622nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hughie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hughie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hughie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.