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Scott vs Sutton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sutton

Boy #442 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"southern settlement, south farm"

Origin: Old English (suð + tun)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#442
Total SSA Count
712
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Scott Rank #566
Sutton Rank #442

Sutton is more popular, ranked #442 vs #566 for Scott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scott or Sutton more popular?

Sutton is more popular, ranked #442 compared to Scott at #566 in the United States.

What do Scott and Sutton mean?

Scott means "from Scotland, a Scotsman" (Old English/Latin origin). Sutton means "southern settlement, south farm" (Old English (suð + tun) origin).

Are Scott and Sutton boy or girl names?

Scott is primarily a boy name. Sutton is primarily a boy name.

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