Hudson
Hudson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Hudde (a medieval diminutive of Hugh or Richard).
Origin and history
Hudson is an English surname-turned-given name meaning 'son of Hudde', with Hudde being a medieval pet form of Hugh or Richard. Historically associated with explorer Henry Hudson and geographical landmarks like the Hudson River, it gained momentum as a given name in the late 20th century. Today, it is among the most popular modern choices for boys in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
114,287 babies in the United States have been named Hudson since 1880. It ranks #283 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #27.
States where it is most popular
- TX (9.4 %)
- CA (8.2 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
- NY (4.2 %)
- GA (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 34 |
| 1890-1900 | 67 |
| 1900-1910 | 75 |
| 1910-1920 | 334 |
| 1920-1930 | 384 |
| 1930-1940 | 255 |
| 1940-1950 | 235 |
| 1950-1960 | 200 |
| 1960-1970 | 146 |
| 1970-1980 | 133 |
| 1980-1990 | 294 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,496 |
| 2000-2010 | 12,220 |
| 2010-2019 | 51,463 |
| 2020-2029 | 46,951 |
Famous people named Hudson
- Hudson Yang: Actor
Nicknames
Hud, Huddy
Fun facts
- The surname was popularized by 17th-century navigator Henry Hudson, after whom the Hudson River and Hudson Bay were named.
- The root name Hudde served in medieval England as a familiar pet name for both Hugh, meaning 'heart or mind', and Richard, meaning 'brave ruler'.
- Though historically rare as a given name, Hudson experienced a rapid rise in U.S. baby name rankings during the early 21st century.