Espy vs Ludlow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ludlow

Boy #38,683 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hill by the loud river"

Origin: Old English (hlud + hlaw)

Cultural Roots

English Anglo-Saxon

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#38,683
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Lud, Lou

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Espy Rank #38,647
Ludlow Rank #38,683

Espy is more popular, ranked #38647 vs #38683 for Ludlow.

Middle Name Pairings

Espy ___

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Ludlow ___

  • Ludlow James
  • Ludlow Henry
  • Ludlow Charles
  • Ludlow Edward
  • Ludlow George

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Espy or Ludlow more popular?

Espy is more popular, ranked #38647 compared to Ludlow at #38683 in the United States.

What do Espy and Ludlow mean?

Ludlow means "from the hill by the loud river" (Old English (hlud + hlaw) origin).

Are Espy and Ludlow boy or girl names?

Espy is primarily a boy name. Ludlow is primarily a boy name.

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