| Meaning | river |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Hudson |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Hud-son |
Strong and sturdy, this name has crossed traditional boundaries to become an increasingly popular choice for daughters. Originally associated with one gender, its evolution reflects modern naming trends that embrace versatility and boldness. The name projects confidence and individuality, perfect for parents who want their daughter to have a name that stands out in a crowd. It carries a certain urban sophistication mixed with outdoor ruggedness, evoking images of rivers and exploration. The three-syllable structure gives it substance and presence, while the 'son' ending adds an unexpected twist when used for girls. It pairs wonderfully with feminine middle names to create an interesting contrast, or can stand alone as a statement of contemporary naming. Parents choosing this name often value uniqueness and aren't afraid to challenge conventions, raising daughters who will likely embody those same qualities.
| Hudsonn |
| Hudsyn |
| Hudsynn |
| Hudsen |
| Hudsenne |
| Hudsene |
| Hudsun |
| Hud |
| Huddy |
| Sonny |
| Huds |
| Hudson Leick | American actress |
| Hudson Moore | American singer-songwriter |
| Hudson West | American child actor |
| Hudson Yang | Taiwanese-American actor |
| Hudson Kroenig | American child model |
| Hudson Odoi | English footballer - female usage is rare |
| Hudson Luthringshausen | American gymnast |
| Hudson Thames | American actor and singer |
| Hudson Everly | American social media influencer |
| Hudson Mate | British-born American artist |
| Hudson Christie | Canadian illustrator and artist |
| Hudson Grace | American photographer and filmmaker |
| Hudson Whittaker | American blues singer |
| Hudson Souza | Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner |
| Hudson DeBartolo | American film producer |
| Hudson Cadorini | American author and speaker |
| Hudson Lavis | Australian YouTuber |
| Hudson Coban | Turkish-German singer-songwriter |
| Hudson Santos | Brazilian footballer - female usage is rare |
| Hudson Rodrigues | Portuguese rugby player - female usage is rare |
| Hudson Pierce | Character in the "Filthy Rich Americans" series by Laurelin Paige |
| Hudson Jameson | Character in the "Neon Dreams" series by Caisey Quinn |
| Hudson Jordan | Character in the "Kissed by an Angel" series by Elizabeth Chandler |
| Hudson Scott | Character in the "Significance" series by Shelly Crane |
| Hudson Spry | Character in the "Gone with the Respiration" series by Lia Habel |
| Hudson Fairchild | Character in the "Faith, Love, and Devotion" series by Tere Michaels |
| Hudson Reynolds | Character in the "Perfect Game" series by Samantha Christy |
| Hudson Lane | Character in the "Fixed" series by Laurelin Paige |
| Hudson Riker | Character in the "Dark Desires" series by Eve Silver |
| Hudson Bellamy | Character in the "Unfinished Hero" series by Kristen Ashley |
| Hudson Thomas | Character in the "My Heart and Other Black Holes" novel by Jasmine Warga |
| Hudson Albright | Character in the "Duke of Manhattan" novel by Louise Bay |
| Hudson Raynor | Character in the "Foolish Kingdoms" series by Natalia Jaster |
| Hudson Fenn | Character in the "Hudson" novel by Laurelin Paige |
| Hudson Hart | Character in the "Hudson Hart" series by Nikki Sparxx |
| Hudson Graves | Character in the "Imperfect Love" series by Kendall Ryan |
| Hudson York | Character in the "Landry Family" series by Adriana Locke |
| Hudson Forbes | Character in the "Hudson and Dean" series by Victoria Paige |
| Hudson Donovan | Character in the "Perfect" series by Alison G. Bailey |
| Hudson Wright | Character in the "Foolish Kingdoms" series by Natalia Jaster |