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Name Origin

Hugues is a French masculine given name derived from the Germanic name Hugo, meaning 'mind' or 'intellect'. It represents qualities of intelligence, wisdom, and thoughtfulness.

frenchmasculineintelligencewisdomthoughtful

Famous People

Hugues Capet (939-996)

King of the Franks

  • Founded the Capetian dynasty which ruled France for over 800 years.
  • Established a stable monarchy in France after centuries of instability.

Hugues de Payens (1070-1136)

Knight Templar

  • Founded the Knights Templar, a powerful military order that protected Christian pilgrims in the Holy Land.

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