Hudson

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Hugh's Son; Son of Hugh

Background: The name Hudson originates from the Old English surname meaning 'Hugh's son.' It is derived from the elements 'Hugh,' which means 'heart,' and 'son,' indicating lineage or descent.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#298
Total births
107,462
Most popular decade
2020s (116,445 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+58 ranks)
Years in Top 100
13
First recorded year
1880

Gender usage

98.3% male 1.7% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1880
First year births
5
First year rank
#909
Peak year
2024
Peak year births
7,990
Peak rank
#22
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
7,990
Recent rank
#22

Female

First year
1995
First year births
6
First year rank
#11,782
Peak year
2016
Peak year births
128
Peak rank
#1,667
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
83
Recent rank
#2,243

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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