Hudson vs Maddox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hudson

Boy #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Hudd"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#22
Total SSA Count
7,990
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Hud

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hudson Rank #22
Maddox Rank #215

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 vs #215 for Maddox.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hudson ___

  • Hudson James
  • Hudson Cole
  • Hudson Thomas
  • Hudson Grey
  • Hudson Reid
  • Hudson Blake

Maddox ___

  • Maddox James
  • Maddox Lee
  • Maddox Cole
  • Maddox Alexander
  • Maddox Thomas
  • Maddox William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hudson

Scarlett Parker Emerson Finley Brooklyn

If you choose Maddox

Knox Beckett Ryder Sloane Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hudson or Maddox more popular?

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Hudson and Maddox mean?

Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin). Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin).

Are Hudson and Maddox boy or girl names?

Hudson is primarily a boy name. Maddox is primarily a boy name.

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