Judson
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Son of Judd, praised
Origin: English
Popularity: Ranked #934 in 2025 with 252 babies born.
History: An English surname meaning son of Judd (a medieval form of Jordan or a variant of Jude). Adoniram Judson was a famous American missionary to Burma. It has been used as a first name, particularly in the Southern US.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Judson? About 1 in 13,208 babies born in 2025 were named Judson, or roughly 0.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Judson
What does the name Judson mean?
Judson means “Son of Judd, praised” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Judson?
Judson has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of Judd, praised”.
How popular is Judson?
Judson ranked #934 in 2025 — given to 252 babies that year.
When was Judson most popular?
Judson peaked in 2023 with 281 babies registered that year.
Is Judson a boy or girl name?
Judson is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Judsons in registered births are male.
Is the name Judson rising or falling in popularity?
Judson has fallen 63 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #871 in 2020 to #934 in 2025.
How long has Judson been recorded?
Judson appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.