Bud vs Hendon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bud

Boy #6,573 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"brother, friend"

Origin: American English informal

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,573
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Buddy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Bud Rank #6,573
Hendon Rank #6,757

Bud is more popular, ranked #6573 vs #6757 for Hendon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bud ___

  • Bud Lee
  • Bud Ray
  • Bud James
  • Bud Earl
  • Bud Wayne
  • Bud Dean

Hendon ___

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bud or Hendon more popular?

Bud is more popular, ranked #6573 compared to Hendon at #6757 in the United States.

What do Bud and Hendon mean?

Bud means "brother, friend" (American English informal origin).

Are Bud and Hendon boy or girl names?

Bud is primarily a boy name. Hendon is primarily a boy name.

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