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Lawson vs Judson

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

Lawson Rank #4,993
Judson Rank #957

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lawson or Judson more popular?

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

What do Lawson and Judson mean?

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

Are Lawson and Judson boy or girl names?

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

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