Hugh is the English-language variant of the masculine given name Hugues, itself the Old French variant of Hugo, a short form of Continental Germanic given names beginning in the element * hug- "mind, spirit" (Old English hyġe). [1]

Hugh definition: A masculine name: var. <i>Hugo.</i>.

Hugh Michael Jackman AC (born 12 October 1968) [1] is an Australian actor, singer, and producer. Beginning in theatre and television, Jackman landed his breakthrough role as Wolverine in the X-Men film franchise and the Marvel Cinematic Universe from X-Men (2000) to Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).

Apr 23, 2024 · From the Germanic name Hugo, derived from Old Frankish hugi or Old High German hugu meaning "mind, thought, spirit" (Proto-Germanic * hugiz). It was common among Frankish and French nobility, being borne by Hugh Capet, a 10th-century king of France who founded the Capetian dynasty.

Feb 28, 2025 · Auburn says coach Hugh Freeze has been diagnosed with an early form of prostate cancer. The Tigers say the 55-year-old Freeze is expected to make a full recovery and will continue his normal coaching duties and responsibilities while undergoing treatment.

May 7, 2024 · Hugh is a boy’s name with French, English, and Germanic origins. As a name in English, it is a form of masculine Hugues. It means ‘intellect’ or ‘mind,’ ‘thought’ or ‘spirit.’

Mar 20, 2025 · Hugh is a boy's name of German, English, Irish origin meaning "mind, intellect". Hugh is the 785 ranked male name by popularity.

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hugh. Hugh is a male given name of Old French origin, derived from the Germanic name Hugo. It generally means "heart," "mind," or "intelligent." It is also used as a surname in some cases.

Hugh is used chiefly in the English language and its origin is Germanic. The name evolved as a short form of names containing the element 'hugu' (meaning heart, mind, spirit) and beginning with the element 'Hug-'. The name was introduced by the Normans to England in the 11th century.