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Judson vs Lawson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lawson

Girl #4,993 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Lawrence, from the laurel grove"

Origin: Old English patronymic

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,993
Total SSA Count
27
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Judson Rank #957
Lawson Rank #4,993

Judson is more popular, ranked #957 vs #4993 for Lawson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Judson or Lawson more popular?

Judson is more popular, ranked #957 compared to Lawson at #4993 in the United States.

What do Judson and Lawson mean?

Judson means "son of Judd" (English origin). Lawson means "son of Lawrence, from the laurel grove" (Old English patronymic origin).

Are Judson and Lawson boy or girl names?

Judson is primarily a boy name. Lawson is primarily a girl name.

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