Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Loudon since 1999
Babies named Loudon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 47 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Loudon is a rare and intriguing choice for a boy's name, with roots in Scottish and English surnames. It first appeared on the U.S. naming charts in 1999, and though it has never ranked in the top 1000, it reached its highest usage in 2010. After a period of low use, it has been rising again since 2022, attracting parents who favor distinctive surname names. Like many modern revivals, Loudon carries a strong, place-based feel with potential ties to the historic Loudoun Castle in Scotland. The name remains uncommon, appealing to those seeking something outside the mainstream without being invented or overly trendy.
Loudon is primarily a surname or place name of Scottish origin, possibly derived from Loudoun in Ayrshire, Scotland, which itself may come from the Gaelic 'loud' meaning 'low' and 'dun' meaning 'hill', thus 'low hill'. Alternatively, it could be an English habitational name from a lost place. As a given name, it has seen rare but modern usage, particularly following the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lou, Loudie
Variants: Loudoun
Sibling names for Loudon
Names that share Loudon's style, for a brother or sister.
