Judson

At a Glance: Name: Judson – Meaning: son of Jordan – Origin: English (surname, from the given name Jordan + "son") – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: JUD-sun

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Judson is pronounced JUD-sun (/ˈdʒʌdsən/), and it comes from English surname use, built from the given name Jordan plus "son" — so at its root, it simply means son of Jordan. It has a classic, timeless feel that's stayed easy to say and easy to picture on a boy of any generation.

Meaning & Origin of Judson

Meaning: Son of jordan.

Origin: English (surname, from the given name Jordan + "son").

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Judson

Phonetic: JUD-sun   IPA: /ˈdʒʌdsən/

Popularity of Judson

Judson hit its high point in 1880, when 31 boys were given the name, ranking it #301 nationally; by 2024 it had settled to #956, given to 236 boys that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Judson mean?

Son of jordan. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Judson)

How do you pronounce Judson?

Judson is pronounced JUD-sun (IPA: /ˈdʒʌdsən/).

Is Judson a popular name right now?

Judson peaked at #301 in 1880 and is ranked #956 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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