a New York river; flows southward into New York Bay; explored by Henry Hudson early in the 17th century
"The ship sailed up the Hudson to explore its winding path toward New York Bay."
English naturalist (born in Argentina) (1841-1922)
"The hudson was a renowned English naturalist born in Argentina who made significant contributions to the study of birds."
English navigator who discovered the Hudson River; in 1610 he attempted to winter in Hudson Bay but his crew mutinied and set him adrift to die (1565-1611)
"The explorer known as Hudson led a voyage that ended with his crew mutinying and setting him adrift, yet today the bay bears his name."
An English patronymic surname, from given names.
"Many people mistakenly believe that Hudson is a first name, but it originated as an English patronymic surname derived from the given name Hugh."
Hudson is a surname formed by combining the name Hudd with the patronymic suffix -son. It shares a common origin and meaning with its doublet, Hutson.