Hudson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHUD-sun / /ˈhʌd.sən/English; Old English
Meaning
Hugh's town; settlement on the river Hud
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hudson is derived from the Old English personal name 'Hugh' combined with 'tun', meaning town or settlement. It gained popularity as a surname before becoming a given name. The Hudson River in New York, named after explorer Henry Hudson, contributed to the name's prominence in the United States.
Trend Summary
Hudson has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hud
- Huds
International Variants
- Hudson (English)
Famous people named Hudson
Hudson Taylor was a British missionary and the founder of the China Inland Mission.
Hudson Mohawke is a Scottish DJ and record producer known for his work in electronic music.
Hudson Swafford is an American professional golfer who has competed on the PGA Tour.
Fictional characters named Hudson
Hudson is a character in the animated series 'The Great Mouse Detective', serving as a loyal companion.
Hudson is a character in the video game series 'DuckTales', known for his adventurous spirit.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hudson was first seen in the United States in 1880. Hudson has ranked as high as #32 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Ohio, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Hudson has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hudson (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 651 | |
| CA | 440 | |
| OH | 415 | |
| FL | 387 | |
| NY | 367 | |
| MI | 331 | |
| NC | 326 | |
| TN | 300 | |
| PA | 298 | |
| GA | 273 | |
| IN | 250 | |
| MO | 248 | |
| IL | 235 | |
| KY | 206 | |
| WI | 192 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1888 | 9 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 13 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 8 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 9 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 10 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 11 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 19 |
| 1913 | 24 |
| 1914 | 24 |
| 1915 | 42 |
| 1916 | 55 |
| 1917 | 49 |
| 1918 | 52 |
| 1919 | 50 |
| 1920 | 45 |
| 1921 | 45 |
| 1922 | 39 |
| 1923 | 41 |
| 1924 | 38 |
| 1925 | 45 |
| 1926 | 43 |
| 1927 | 29 |
| 1928 | 33 |
| 1929 | 26 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 26 |
| 1932 | 23 |
| 1933 | 30 |
| 1934 | 23 |
| 1935 | 27 |
| 1936 | 29 |
| 1937 | 24 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 27 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1942 | 20 |
| 1943 | 26 |
| 1944 | 26 |
| 1945 | 18 |
| 1946 | 23 |
| 1947 | 37 |
| 1948 | 26 |
| 1949 | 24 |
| 1950 | 29 |
| 1951 | 21 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 20 |
| 1954 | 21 |
| 1955 | 21 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 21 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 23 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 17 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 26 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 27 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 39 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 55 |
| 1991 | 68 |
| 1992 | 67 |
| 1993 | 99 |
| 1994 | 105 |
| 1995 | 124 |
| 1996 | 257 |
| 1997 | 223 |
| 1998 | 256 |
| 1999 | 242 |
| 2000 | 337 |
| 2001 | 438 |
| 2002 | 484 |
| 2003 | 669 |
| 2004 | 917 |
| 2005 | 1,209 |
| 2006 | 1,370 |
| 2007 | 1,896 |
| 2008 | 2,250 |
| 2009 | 2,650 |
| 2010 | 2,851 |
| 2011 | 3,444 |
| 2012 | 4,220 |
| 2013 | 4,671 |
| 2014 | 5,241 |
| 2015 | 6,049 |
| 2016 | 6,127 |
| 2017 | 5,788 |
| 2018 | 6,576 |
| 2019 | 6,493 |
| 2020 | 6,848 |
| 2021 | 7,624 |
| 2022 | 7,917 |
| 2023 | 7,951 |
| 2024 | 7,990 |