Name Profile
Hughes
"Not available in SSA source data." — Unknown origin
BoyUnknown2 syllables
About Hughes
Hughes appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records from 1896 through 2020. It does not appear in the 2024 top 1,000 list for boys, but it remains part of the official historical record. Across available SSA years, the name appears 818 times.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginUnknown
PronunciationHughes
Syllables2
Nicknames for Hughes
HughHughyHugHugieHugy
Popularity in the U.S.
Hughes is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys.. Parents often choose Hughes for its clear pronunciation and classic style.
Hughes had — births in .
Middle Name Ideas
- Hughes James
- Hughes Alexander
- Hughes Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hughes mean?
Hughes means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Unknown roots.
Is Hughes a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Yes. Hughes is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 boys..
How is Hughes pronounced?
A common pronunciation is Hughes.
What are common nicknames for Hughes?
Popular nicknames include Hugh, Hughy, Hug, Hugie, Hugy.