hugo

n. countable

A1 Beginner US //ˈhjuɡoʊ// hugo

Definition

n. a common name for a boy or man. It is a popular name in many European countries.

n. a masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning 'mind' or 'spirit'.

SIMPLE

My friend Hugo is coming to the party tonight.

CONTEXTUAL

The teacher called on Hugo to answer the question about the history of the city.

COMPLEX

While the name Hugo has roots in medieval Europe, it remains a popular choice for parents today due to its classic yet modern sound.

Origin

From Old French Hugo, of Germanic origin, from Frankish *hugi (“thought, mind, spirit”).

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Usage

As a proper name, it is always capitalized.

Last updated May 2, 2026