US Popularity Rank: 28

Origin: British

Meaning: son of Hugh, son of Hudd

A patronymic boy’s name originating in England, Hudson means “son of Hudd” or “son of Hugh.” In Medieval England, Hudd was a surname that referred to those who made hoods for a living. The Anglo-Saxons also used it as the nickname of Hugh and Richard, both Old German in origin. Hudson is primarily a surname as well but has become more popular as a male given name in the past 50 years. It has a solid, masculine sound and is fashionably vintage—a perfect blend of trendy and traditional for baby Hudson.