Hughes Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHYOOS / /hjuːz/French; Welsh
Meaning
French: son of Hugh; Welsh: intellect, mind
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hughes is derived from the Old French name 'Hugues', which itself comes from the Germanic element 'hug', meaning 'heart' or 'mind'. It has been used as a surname in England and Wales since the Middle Ages. The name has also been associated with various notable figures throughout history, particularly in France and the British Isles.
Trend Summary
The name Hughes has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often associated with classic and traditional naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hugh
- Hughes
International Variants
- Hugues (French)
- Hugo (Spanish)
- Hugo (Italian)
- Hugo (Portuguese)
Famous people named Hughes
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hughes was first seen in the United States in 1896. Hughes has ranked as high as #779 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Georgia, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Hughes has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hughes (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 14 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 61 |
| 1917 | 31 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 26 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 26 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 20 |