Heart, mind, or spirit
Hughes is a patronymic surname of Welsh and French origin, derived from the Old French name Hugues. It ultimately stems from the Germanic element 'hug', which signifies the intellect or the soul. While more common as a surname, it is used as a rare and sophisticated given name.
About 24 boys were named Hughes in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Prominent sports journalist and recruiting expert
Co-founder and first Grand Master of the Knights Templar
