Bruce vs Dutton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#540
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Brucie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bruce Rank #540
Dutton Rank #737

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 vs #737 for Dutton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bruce ___

  • Bruce Alan
  • Bruce Wayne
  • Bruce Lee
  • Bruce Gordon
  • Bruce David
  • Bruce Thomas

Dutton ___

  • Dutton James
  • Dutton Cole
  • Dutton Reid
  • Dutton Lane
  • Dutton Scott
  • Dutton Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Bruce

Grant Wayne Keith Diane Sharon

If you choose Dutton

Walker Sutton Colby Scout June

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bruce or Dutton more popular?

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 compared to Dutton at #737 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Dutton mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Dutton means "farm settlement of Dudda" (Old English origin).

Are Bruce and Dutton boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Dutton is primarily a boy name.

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