Hud
boy name#6446 in 2025Hud entered the US charts in 1964, peaked at #2854 in 1964, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1964–2025
#6446
rank today
#2854
peak (1964)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3338 |
| 1970s | #4920 |
| 2010s | #12151 |
| 2020s | #10055 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hud are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hud is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hud in 2025?
- Hud ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hud most popular?
- Hud peaked in 1964, reaching #2854 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hud with classmates?
- Hud will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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