Hudson
How to say it: HUD-sun · /ˈhʌdsən/
English surname meaning 'son of Hudde', Hudde being a medieval pet form of Hugh meaning 'mind, spirit'.
Hudson was the 20th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 8,583 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up about 43% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #12 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #20 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 8,583 |
| Share of births | 1 in 383 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | +43% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #12 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Hudson stands at its best in the 2020s on a steady climb. Perched at the summit at #20, further ascent is anticipated soon.
What goes with it
Sturdy and resonant with a breathy finish and place name character. Grayson pairs alongside.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Hudson is about 1 in 16.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
England and Wales: #43. Ireland: #190.
Famous people named Hudson
- Hudson Taylor (1832–1905)British Protestant missionary in China
- Hudson Mohawke (born 1986)Scottish composer, DJ and music producer
- Hudson Austin (1938–2022)Grenadian revolutionary and politician
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