Hudson vs Regan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Regan

Girl #2,346 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little king, royal one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,346
Total SSA Count
78
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rege, Rea

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Hudson Rank #22
Regan Rank #2,346

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 vs #2346 for Regan.

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

Regan ___

  • Regan Grace
  • Regan Claire
  • Regan Marie
  • Regan Jane
  • Regan Elizabeth
  • Regan Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Hudson

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If you choose Regan

Declan Fiona Connell Maeve Cian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hudson or Regan more popular?

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Regan at #2346 in the United States.

What do Hudson and Regan mean?

Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin). Regan means "little king, royal one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hudson and Regan boy or girl names?

Hudson is primarily a boy name. Regan is primarily a girl name.

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