Dutton

Pronunciation: [ d-UHT-uhn ]

Boy Name #737 Most Popular Rising 2 Syllables

A frontier surname making its first-name debut

English American

Bold Strong Modern Sophisticated Rugged

Meaning & Origin

"farm settlement of Dudda"

Origin: Old English

Language: English

The Story of Dutton

Dutton is a surname with roots in Old English, derived from a place in Cheshire, England. The place name means 'Dudda's tun' — tun being an Old English word for farm or settlement, and Dudda an Old English personal name. Like many transferred surnames, Dutton carries the gravitas of a family legacy name, feeling simultaneously historic and boldly fresh as a first name.

Dutton surged as a first name after the 2018 premiere of Yellowstone, where the Dutton family is portrayed as a powerful Montana ranching dynasty. The show's cultural phenomenon status drove parents toward Dutton as a rugged, frontier-inspired first name with instant name recognition.

In contemporary American culture, Dutton carries strong associations with the Western frontier lifestyle, thanks to the Yellowstone franchise. In England, it remains primarily a geographic and family surname.

Fun Facts

The town of Dutton in Cheshire, England, dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086
Dutton entered US baby name charts around 2019, the year after Yellowstone premiered

Dutton in Other Languages

French Dutton

English Dutton

Spanish Dutton

Famous People Named Dutton

George Dutton

Military

1837

American Civil War officer and recipient of the Medal of Honor for bravery at the Battle of Cold Harbor

John Dutton Fictional

Other

Fictional patriarch of the Dutton ranching family in the TV series Yellowstone, played by Kevin Costner

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #737
Total SSA Count: 351
Cultural Origins: English American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Dut

Pairs Well With

Dutton James Dutton Cole Dutton Reid Dutton Lane Dutton Scott Dutton Grey Dutton Blake

Sibling Names

Walker Sutton Colby Scout June Elsa Roper

Also a Girl Name

Dutton is also used as a girl name, ranked #11722.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dutton

What does the name Dutton mean?

"farm settlement of Dudda" (from Old English). Dutton is a surname with roots in Old English, derived from a place in Cheshire, England. The place name means 'Dudda's tun' — tun being an Old English word for farm or settlement, and Dudda an Old English personal name. Like many transferred surnames, Dutton carries the gravitas of a family legacy name, feeling simultaneously historic and boldly fresh as a first name.

What is the origin of the name Dutton?

Dutton has Old English, English, and American origins. In Old English, it means "farm settlement of Dudda".

Is Dutton a boy or girl name?

Dutton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #737. As a girl name, it is ranked #11722. Dutton is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Dutton?

Dutton is pronounced d-UHT-uhn.

How popular is the name Dutton?

Dutton is currently ranked #737 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Dutton?

Common nicknames for Dutton include Dut.

What are good middle names for Dutton?

Popular middle name pairings include Dutton James, Dutton Cole, Dutton Reid, Dutton Lane, Dutton Scott, Dutton Grey, and Dutton Blake.

What are good sibling names for Dutton?

Names that pair well with Dutton as siblings include Walker, Sutton, Colby, Scout, June, Elsa, and Roper.

How many syllables does Dutton have?

Dutton has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Dutton a common or rare name?

Dutton is moderately common, ranked #737 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Dutton

Dutton is a boy name with English and American origins . The name means "farm settlement of Dudda" in Old English .

Is Dutton a boy or girl name? Dutton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #737 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #11,722. Dutton is more commonly used as a boy name.

Dutton is currently ranked #737 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Dutton has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-UHT-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Dutton include Dut. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.