Dylan vs Hudson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

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Boy #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Hudd"

Origin: English

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Dylan Rank #28

Hudson Rank #22

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 vs #28 for Dylan.

Is Dylan or Hudson more popular?

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Dylan at #28 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Hudson mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin).

Are Dylan and Hudson boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Hudson is primarily a boy name.