Hudson vs William

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hudson

Boy #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Hudd"

Origin: English

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Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

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Hudson Rank #22

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #22 for Hudson.

Is Hudson or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Hudson at #22 in the United States.

What do Hudson and William mean?

Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Hudson and William boy or girl names?

Hudson is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.