Meaning: Son of Hudde
The story
An English surname built from Hudde, a medieval familiar form of Hugh or possibly Richard. Son of Hugh is one route, while son of Hudde is the more precise immediate explanation.
Nicknames
- Hud
- Huds
- Sonny
Famous namesakes
- Henry HudsonExplorer
Popularity
Top 100
One of the 100 most popular names in the US.
Similar position in the latest US rankings
Style
- Modern
- Surname-style
- Strong
Origins
Hudson comes from English.
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