gender neutral
Hudson
son of Hugh, son of the hooded man
About Hudson
Hudson represents the perfect marriage of heritage and contemporary style. This name has surged in popularity over recent years, and it's easy to understand why. The name evokes images of exploration and natural beauty, bringing to mind majestic rivers and vast landscapes.
Hudson possesses a gentle strength, neither too harsh nor too soft, making it incredibly versatile for any personality type. It flows naturally in conversation and pairs well with virtually any surname.
The name offers excellent nickname potential with "Hud" providing a casual, friendly alternative. Hudson works across all stages of life—adorable on a baby, respectable on a resume, and distinguished in retirement.
The name suggests someone who is grounded yet adventurous, traditional yet modern. It's becoming increasingly popular among parents who want something familiar but not ordinary, classic but not dated.
Popularity of the Name Hudson
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #980 | ||||
| 1881 | #937 | ||||
| 1884 | #637 | ||||
| 1888 | #722 | ||||
| 1892 | #902 | ||||
| 1893 | #555 | ||||
| 1894 | #695 | ||||
| 1896 | #858 | ||||
| 1898 | #843 | ||||
| 1900 | #937 | ||||
| 1901 | #806 | ||||
| 1902 | #769 | ||||
| 1904 | #843 | ||||
| 1908 | #856 | ||||
| 1909 | #920 | ||||
| 1915 | #972 | ||||
| 1916 | #847 | ||||
| 1917 | #915 | ||||
| 1918 | #924 | ||||
| 1919 | #952 | ||||
| 1995 | #994 | #791 | |||
| 1996 | #650 | #661 | |||
| 1997 | #707 | #561 | |||
| 1998 | #667 | #593 | |||
| 1999 | #693 | #480 | |||
| 2000 | #588 | #377 | |||
| 2001 | #516 | #359 | |||
| 2002 | #480 | #341 | |||
| 2003 | #391 | #222 | |||
| 2004 | #329 | #211 | |||
| 2005 | #276 | #192 | |||
| 2006 | #251 | #952 | #393 | #183 | |
| 2007 | #206 | #585 | #132 | ||
| 2008 | #176 | #591 | #115 | ||
| 2009 | #150 | #528 | #387 | #94 | |
| 2010 | #139 | #488 | #299 | #83 | |
| 2011 | #112 | #427 | #245 | #67 | |
| 2012 | #93 | #295 | #135 | #580 | #59 |
| 2013 | #87 | #276 | #137 | #567 | #46 |
| 2014 | #80 | #240 | #86 | #39 | |
| 2015 | #65 | #183 | #77 | #437 | #33 |
| 2016 | #61 | #167 | #73 | #644 | #35 |
| 2017 | #64 | #136 | #58 | #327 | #34 |
| 2018 | #55 | #120 | #33 | #347 | #31 |
| 2019 | #50 | #97 | #22 | #260 | #34 |
| 2020 | #43 | #71 | #20 | #289 | #31 |
| 2021 | #34 | #59 | #16 | #246 | #27 |
| 2022 | #27 | #44 | #9 | #215 | #28 |
| 2023 | #21 | #42 | #10 | #144 | #26 |
| 2024 | #22 | #43 | #16 | #167 | #26 |
| 2025 | #17 | #44 | #12 | #190 | #23 |
| 1992 | #846 | ||||
| 1993 | #948 | ||||
| 1994 | #852 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Hudson
Names Similar to Hudson
Nicknames for Hudson
- Hud
- Huddy
- Sonny
- Son
- Huds
Famous People Named Hudson
| Hudson Taylor | British Protestant Christian missionary to China |
| Hudson Mohawke | Scottish music producer and DJ |
| Hudson Swafford | American professional golfer |
| Hudson Leick | American actress known for her role in "Xena - Warrior Princess" |
| Hudson Souza | Brazilian football player |
| Hudson Fasching | American ice hockey player |
| Hudson Young | Australian rugby league player |
| Hudson Yang | American actor known for his role in the TV series "Fresh Off the Boat" |
| Hudson Pereira de Oliveira | Brazilian football player |
| Hudson Santos | Brazilian football player |
| Hudson Grieve | Canadian figure skater |
| Hudson Rodrigues Santos | Brazilian football player |
| Hudson Lima dos Santos | Brazilian football player |
| Hudson M. Cramer | American Civil War Union Army officer |
| Hudson Scott | British musician |
| Hudson Charles | Canadian musician |
| Hudson Kennaugh | South African motorcycle racer |
Characters Named Hudson
| Hudson Hawk | Protagonist of the 1991 film "Hudson Hawk" |
| Hudson Horstachio | A character from the video game "Viva Piñata" |
| Hudson Abadeer | A character from the animated TV series "Adventure Time" |
| Hudson O'Neil | A character from the TV series "Dynasty" |
| Hudson Bartholomew | A character from the book series "The Babysitters Club" |
| Hudson Gimble | A character from the movie "Happy Feet" |
| Hudson | A character from the video game "Tales of the Abyss" |
| Hudson Hornet | A character from the animated film "Cars" |
| Hudson Geese | A character from the video game "Double Dragon" |
| Hudson Rivers | A character from the TV series "Home and Away" |
| Hudson Jones | A character from the TV series "Superstore" |
| Hudson Macaw | A character from the animated film "Rio" |
| Hudson Lichfield | A character from the TV series "Numb3rs" |
| Hudson Black | A character from the TV series "The Umbrella Academy" |