Huey
Meaning of Huey
Huey is a male name with English origins. It is pronounced as HOO-ee (/ˈhjuːi/). Variations of the name include Hughie. Huey has been given to newborn boys in the United States since at least 1880, according to available data. Over the years, its popularity has fluctuated, with peaks in the mid-1900s and a recent resurgence in the early 2000s. While not currently among the most popular names, Huey has a long history and carries a sense of uniqueness and charm.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as HOO-ee (/ˈhjuːi/)
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Notable People Named Huey
| Huey Pierce Long Jr., also known as "The Kingfish," was a left-wing populist American politician who served as the 40th governor of Louisiana and a United States senator until his assassination in 1935, known for his vocal criticism of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and his New Deal during the Great Depression. |
| Huey Percy Newton was an African American revolutionary and political activist who co-founded the Black Panther Party and served as its first leader. |
| Huey Lewis, born Hugh Anthony Cregg III, is a well-known American singer, songwriter, and actor. |
| Lawrence Franks Jr., also known as Huey, was a well-known American rapper from St. Louis, Missouri, recognized for his hit single "Pop, Lock & Drop It" released in 2006. |
