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Origin of Name:
This interesting Anglo-Scottish surname is a patronymic. It derives from the personal name "Hudde", which itself has three possible origins. Firstly it may be a nickname form of the pre 7th century Old Saxon "Hugh", a name meaning "mind or heart". This name was very popular with the Normans, who used it widely in England after the Conquest of 1066. Secondly Hudde can be a nickname form of the Germanic and French "Ricard or Richard", and thirdly it can be from the Olde English personal name, "Huda", which gave its name to places such as Huddington in Worcestershire. In England Hudson is especially popular in Yorkshire.
Family Connections:
Originally from Yorkshire/Staffordshire.
Moved to Lancashire.
Shield:     
An upper silver portion and a lower red portion. Two red shells are displayed in the chief and one silver shell in the base of the shield.  (The scallop shells represent Traveller to far places or victorious naval commander)
The motto:
  "Animo non astutia"      Translated: "By courage not by strategem (deception)".

INDIVIDUAL/GROUP RECORD PAGES (in Pedigree Order):









William HUDSON
Nelly ANDERSON



- HELP WANTED-

Looking for relatives who live in Lancashire who would be willing to assist in researching Hudsons & Affiliated Families.
In particular looking for someone who is able to visit the Local Libraries/Records Offices/Parish Churches/Graveyards etc.
Would Members please check details of their Family individuals and notify me of any missing dates etc; also any Certificates/Photographs gratefully accepted.
Please contact Ian


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