Judson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJUHD-suhn / ˈdʒʌd.sənEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: son of Jude; Hebrew: praised
Historical & Cultural Background
Judson is an English surname that has been adopted as a given name. It is derived from the medieval name Jude, which has biblical roots. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the United States. It is often associated with the meaning 'son of Jude' or 'praised' in Hebrew contexts.
Trend Summary
Judson has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable peak in the late 19th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jud
- Judd
International Variants
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Famous people named Judson
Judson Laipply is an American motivational speaker known for his viral video 'Evolution of Dance'.
Judson Scott is an American actor known for his roles in various television series and films.
Judson Mills is an American actor recognized for his work in television and film, particularly in 'Walker, Texas Ranger'.
Fictional characters named Judson
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Judson was first seen in the United States in 1880. Judson has ranked as high as #1098 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Georgia, Alabama, Texas, New York, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Judson has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Judson (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 27 | |
| AL | 15 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| VA | 13 | |
| MS | 12 | |
| TN | 10 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| SC | 8 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| OK | 7 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 31 |
| 1881 | 23 |
| 1882 | 23 |
| 1883 | 22 |
| 1884 | 19 |
| 1885 | 18 |
| 1886 | 21 |
| 1887 | 20 |
| 1888 | 32 |
| 1889 | 21 |
| 1890 | 21 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 20 |
| 1893 | 16 |
| 1894 | 19 |
| 1895 | 23 |
| 1896 | 15 |
| 1897 | 15 |
| 1898 | 17 |
| 1899 | 16 |
| 1900 | 25 |
| 1901 | 14 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 10 |
| 1904 | 18 |
| 1905 | 10 |
| 1906 | 13 |
| 1907 | 19 |
| 1908 | 19 |
| 1909 | 33 |
| 1910 | 31 |
| 1911 | 46 |
| 1912 | 68 |
| 1913 | 64 |
| 1914 | 77 |
| 1915 | 105 |
| 1916 | 96 |
| 1917 | 108 |
| 1918 | 133 |
| 1919 | 80 |
| 1920 | 114 |
| 1921 | 121 |
| 1922 | 90 |
| 1923 | 112 |
| 1924 | 98 |
| 1925 | 116 |
| 1926 | 113 |
| 1927 | 94 |
| 1928 | 94 |
| 1929 | 104 |
| 1930 | 90 |
| 1931 | 97 |
| 1932 | 93 |
| 1933 | 60 |
| 1934 | 87 |
| 1935 | 65 |
| 1936 | 61 |
| 1937 | 78 |
| 1938 | 82 |
| 1939 | 87 |
| 1940 | 86 |
| 1941 | 78 |
| 1942 | 97 |
| 1943 | 98 |
| 1944 | 88 |
| 1945 | 90 |
| 1946 | 89 |
| 1947 | 115 |
| 1948 | 86 |
| 1949 | 96 |
| 1950 | 98 |
| 1951 | 82 |
| 1952 | 95 |
| 1953 | 99 |
| 1954 | 89 |
| 1955 | 87 |
| 1956 | 79 |
| 1957 | 104 |
| 1958 | 97 |
| 1959 | 100 |
| 1960 | 95 |
| 1961 | 94 |
| 1962 | 85 |
| 1963 | 69 |
| 1964 | 80 |
| 1965 | 74 |
| 1966 | 84 |
| 1967 | 70 |
| 1968 | 88 |
| 1969 | 111 |
| 1970 | 152 |
| 1971 | 109 |
| 1972 | 119 |
| 1973 | 111 |
| 1974 | 142 |
| 1975 | 126 |
| 1976 | 99 |
| 1977 | 124 |
| 1978 | 130 |
| 1979 | 143 |
| 1980 | 135 |
| 1981 | 150 |
| 1982 | 149 |
| 1983 | 115 |
| 1984 | 131 |
| 1985 | 116 |
| 1986 | 93 |
| 1987 | 80 |
| 1988 | 92 |
| 1989 | 96 |
| 1990 | 109 |
| 1991 | 68 |
| 1992 | 80 |
| 1993 | 57 |
| 1994 | 81 |
| 1995 | 64 |
| 1996 | 67 |
| 1997 | 88 |
| 1998 | 69 |
| 1999 | 71 |
| 2000 | 84 |
| 2001 | 99 |
| 2002 | 104 |
| 2003 | 85 |
| 2004 | 110 |
| 2005 | 137 |
| 2006 | 100 |
| 2007 | 136 |
| 2008 | 136 |
| 2009 | 137 |
| 2010 | 132 |
| 2011 | 153 |
| 2012 | 179 |
| 2013 | 193 |
| 2014 | 220 |
| 2015 | 249 |
| 2016 | 225 |
| 2017 | 221 |
| 2018 | 240 |
| 2019 | 257 |
| 2020 | 259 |
| 2021 | 264 |
| 2022 | 279 |
| 2023 | 281 |
| 2024 | 236 |