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Hugh

American  
[hyoo, yoo] / hyu, yu /

noun

  1. a male given name: from a Germanic word meaning “heart, mind.”


Etymology

Origin of Hugh

Variant of Hughes ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Allen, the late Australian entertainer portrayed by Hugh Jackman in Broadway’s Tony-winning “The Boy From Oz,” had played the tune for Manilow in the early ’80s.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Hugh Jackman embodies the role with a rough dignity.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

There’s no doubting Hugh Jackman’s commitment to the off-Broadway venture at the Minetta Lane Theatre, a collaboration between Audible Theater and Together, a company founded by Mr. Jackman and his producing partner, Sonia Friedman.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

SNP MSPs wore white roses - a nod to Hugh McDiarmid's 1931 poem The Little White Rose.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

“Sure,” said Hugh, and appeared in the doorway.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt

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