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Name Origin

Hugh is a masculine given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German words 'hug' meaning 'mind' or 'intellect', and 'huoh' meaning 'thought'. It traditionally signifies intelligence, wisdom, and thoughtfulness.

germanicmasculineintelligencewisdomthoughtfulmind

Famous People

Hugh Jackman (1968-)

Actor

  • Tony Award winner
  • Grammy Award nominee
  • Known for roles in X-Men, Les Misérables, The Greatest Showman

Hugh Grant (1960-)

Actor

  • BAFTA Award winner
  • Known for roles in Four Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill, Love Actually

Hugh Laurie (1959-)

Actor, Musician

  • Golden Globe Award winner
  • Known for roles in House M.D., Blackadder, The Night Manager

Hugh Hefner (1926-2017)

Publisher, Founder of Playboy magazine

  • Pioneer of the sexual revolution

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