Boy Name · Irish Origin
Huey
Huey — a boy name from the Irish tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Mind, intellect", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Huy is on your shortlist, Huey belongs in the same conversation.
Huey meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Mind, intellect
Origin: Irish naming roots help connect Huey to related Irish baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Huey as H·U·E·Y, with 4 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Huey is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Huey variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Hueya, Hueye, Hueyy.
- Nicknames: Huey works as its own nickname.
- Middle names: Pair Huey with a middle name that balances its short sound; start with the Huey middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Huy, Hieu, Hoy, Howie, Huxley — full picks on the sibling names for Huey guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Huey? Browse our names like Huey guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Huey
What does the name Huey mean?
Huey means "Mind, intellect" and is of Irish origin.
What is the origin of Huey?
Huey originates in Irish naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Huey?
Huey has 4 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Huey a boy's or girl's name?
Huey is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Huey in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Huey sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Huey?
Names that share Huey's sound and style include Huy, Hieu, Hoy, Howie, Huxley.
What middle names pair well with Huey?
Good middle-name fits for Huey pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Huey is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Huey is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Huey?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Huey share its rhythm without rhyming — Huy, Hieu, Hoy all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.