NAME PROFILE
Hughes
Derived from Old English roots meaning 'hare's meadow' or 'army land,' often combined with the suffix '-lynn' meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' This name suggests a person who is both spirited and serene, possessing a natural grace and a deep connection to the beauty of the outdoors.
Key Stats
| Total births | 919 |
| Gender | Male (5% / 95%) |
| Peak year | 1916 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1916 |
| Most recent | 2021 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NC — 38%GA — 25%AR — 12%VA — 12%KY — 12%
Notable People
Harlynn Bloom (Actress, The Resident) · Harlan Coben (Novelist, The Stranger) · Harland Williams (Comedian, RocketMan) · Harlan Ellison (Writer, I Have No Mouth and I Must Scream) · Harland Sanders (Founder, Kentucky Fried Chicken)
Nicknames & Diminutives
HarleeHarlieLynnLynnieHarls
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