Judson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Judson is an English name meaning 'son of Judah', rooted in the biblical figure Judah, a son of Jacob. It evolved from the name Jud through a linguistic path that includes surname usage. Judson is linked to traits of strength and faith, reflecting its biblical background. Its popularity surged in the 19th century due to notable individuals, and it remains a distinguished choice today.
The name Judson is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Judson has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Judson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 590th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 680th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 766th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 768th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1033rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1331st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 905th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Judson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Judson"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒʌd.sən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Judson is derived from the surname 'Jud' which itself comes from the biblical name 'Judah'. The suffix '-son' means 'son of', indicating 'son of Judah'.
Meaning
son of Judah
Language Evolution
Jud, Judah, Judson
Biblical Background
Judson has a direct connection to the biblical name Judah, who was one of the twelve sons of Jacob in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Judson gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in America, due to notable figures such as the missionary Adoniram Judson.
Variants & Derivatives
Judd, Jud, Judy
Modern Popularity & Image
Judson is perceived as a traditional yet unique name, often associated with strength and historical significance.
Famous People
Adoniram Judson, Judson Welliver
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Judson"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Judson"
"Judson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 590th of 7545 | 1,814 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 680th of 6773 | 1,535 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 766th of 7552 | 1,739 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 768th of 10718 | 1,817 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1033rd of 16616 | 1,548 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1331st of 24088 | 1,820 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 905th of 23106 | 2,924 |
Regional Popularity of "Judson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
45.83% 649th/1416 |
36.98% 510th/1379 |
23.88% 565th/2366 |
85.99% 982nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
44.11% 682nd/1546 |
37.72% 587th/1556 |
29.71% 699th/2353 |
49.97% 773rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
34.89% 777th/2227 |
29.18% 709th/2430 |
27.44% 783rd/2853 |
37.44% 1039th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
27.65% 812th/2937 |
23.69% 825th/3483 |
18.82% 662nd/3518 |
24.33% 984th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.36% 1340th/3685 |
39.20% 1754th/4475 |
15.46% 803rd/5194 |
37.15% 2347th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.42% 2356th/4582 |
70.82% 3657th/5164 |
12.50% 914th/7313 |
45.88% 3424th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.49% 936th/3984 |
33.83% 1518th/4487 |
9.94% 678th/6822 |
34.07% 2138th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Judson" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Judson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Judson" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.