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Hugh

American  
[hyoo, yoo] / hju, ju /

noun

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


Etymology

Origin of Hugh

Variant of Hughes ( def. )

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Hugh Johnston, chief financial officer for Disney, announced the sellout on the company’s earnings call.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

"Demand is strong across domestic parks and cruises," said Chief Financial Officer Hugh Johnston.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

While international attendance at the domestic parks continued to be a challenge, Disney Chief Financial Officer Hugh Johnston said the company is more than filling the gap with growth from domestic guests.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

One Maryland judge, Hugh Lennox Bond, became famous for granting these petitions.

From Slate Jul. 27, 2026

In Ithaca, New York, Hugh had turned to the Mercury program late, too.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow

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