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How to pronounce Hugh (HYOO)

Hugh

HYOO

Hyoo

One syllable with an initial 'h' sound before 'yoo'. Not 'hoo'.

Notes

One syllable with an initial 'h' sound before 'yoo'. Not 'hoo'.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Old German
Meaning
mind, spirit

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Huey
  • Hughie
Why we shorten names like this →

Notable people

  • Hugh Jackman (Australian actor)
  • Hugh Grant (British actor)

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