Hughey is an unusual yet charming name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'Uilleach,' which means 'heart-shaped.' This moniker was traditionally given to a person born on the banks of the River Dee in Aberdeenshire. The name Hughey has been passed down through generations, carrying with it a rich heritage and a unique character.
The name Hughey experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peak years being 1917 (21 births) and 1924 (16 births), while the number of births dipped to single digits or even lower in many other years, such as 1893 (5 births) and 1958 (5 births). Overall, there were a total of 405 Hugheys born during these recorded years.