♂ Name Hugo – spirit
| Origin: | Old High German |
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| Meaning: | spirit, heart, mind |
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Hugo is an Old High German name derived from the element “Hug-,” which means “spirit,” “heart,” or “mind.”
Where does the name Hugo come from?
Hugo is an Old High German name and a short form of names with the element “Hug-“ like Hugbert or Hugbald. The English form of the name is Hugh.
What does the name Hugo mean?
Hugo means “spirit,” “heart,” or “mind.”.
Word composition
- Old High German “hugu” = spirit, heart, mind
Pronunciation of Hugo
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Last updated: 5/13/2026
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