Hudson


Near the famous New York City is a river that is just as famous. That river bears one of the most popular boys' names today. That name is Hudson. 

Hudson comes from the English surname meaning "son of Hudde." Hudde was a medieval nickname for classic Hugh. Thus, the name would actually mean "son of Hugh." The surname emerged as Hudsone in sixteenth century Scotland. Explorer Henry Hudson launched the first name in America. The famous New York river also gots its name in his honor. 

Hudson ranked several times before 1920. The name has been rising in use since 1995. Hudson made the top 100 in 2012 and is at its peak today. Hudson is also popular in all other English-speaking nations. The name is popular in Scotland as well. 

Hudson combines two modern trends: surname names and place names. It also has a rustic vibe thanks to the vintage Hudson automobiles. Hudson's non-trendy feel attracts a lot of appeal, too.  

STYLES:

Place, Rustic, Surname

SISTERS:

Ava, Brooklyn, Hadley, London, Piper, Shiloh

BROTHERS:

Cooper, Easton, Lincoln, Maverick, Sawyer, Wyatt

ALTERNATIVES:

Camden, Dallas, Gibson, Hanson, Huddleston, Wilder

What do you think about Hudson? 

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