"settlement on the ridge, hilltop estate"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
Hutton
Pronunciation: [ h-UHT-uhn ]
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The Story of Hutton
Hutton derives from Old English hoh meaning ridge or projecting rock and tun meaning settlement or estate. It thus means a settlement on a ridge or hilltop farm. Like many English surnames, it originated as a place name — there are numerous villages called Hutton across England, from Hutton in Somerset to Hutton Roof in Cumbria.
Hutton is an emerging given name in the United States, rising as part of the broader trend of Old English surname names for boys. It fits perfectly alongside popular names like Sutton, Dalton, and Weston, appealing to parents who want a strong-sounding name with historical gravitas.
Hutton carries the weight of English aristocratic surnames — it is a genuine old English place name that became a family name and is now transitioning to a given name. It evokes the English countryside, with its rolling ridges and historic estates.
Historical Record
Hutton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 619 babies have been named Hutton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hutton is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #2,550 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- There are over a dozen villages named Hutton across England and Scotland
- Hutton shares its tun (settlement) suffix with hundreds of English place names like Washington and Hamilton
- Geologist James Hutton (1726-1797) is considered the father of modern geology
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Famous People Named Hutton
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Timothy Hutton
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1960
American actor who won an Academy Award for Ordinary People at age 20
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James Hutton
Scientist
1726
Scottish geologist considered the father of modern geology
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,550
- Total SSA Count
- 52
- Cultural Origins
- English Scottish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Hut
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hutton
What does the name Hutton mean?
"settlement on the ridge, hilltop estate" (from Old English). Hutton derives from Old English hoh meaning ridge or projecting rock and tun meaning settlement or estate. It thus means a settlement on a ridge or hilltop farm. Like many English surnames, it originated as a place name — there are numerous villages called Hutton across England, from Hutton in Somerset to Hutton Roof in Cumbria.
What is the origin of the name Hutton?
Hutton has Old English, English, Scottish, and American origins. In Old English, it means "settlement on the ridge, hilltop estate".
Is Hutton a boy or girl name?
Hutton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2550. As a girl name, it is ranked #12345. Hutton is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Hutton?
Hutton is pronounced h-UHT-uhn.
How popular is the name Hutton?
Hutton is currently ranked #2550 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Hutton?
Common nicknames for Hutton include Hut.
What are good middle names for Hutton?
Popular middle name pairings include Hutton James, Hutton William, Hutton Lee, Hutton Alexander, Hutton Grey, and Hutton Blake.
What are good sibling names for Hutton?
Names that pair well with Hutton as siblings include Sutton, Paxton, Holden, Greer, Fletcher, Quinn, and Weston.
How many syllables does Hutton have?
Hutton has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Hutton a common or rare name?
Hutton is an uncommon name, ranked #2550 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Hutton
Hutton is a boy name with English, Scottish, and American origins . The name means "settlement on the ridge, hilltop estate" in Old English .
Is Hutton a boy or girl name? Hutton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,550 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #12,345. Hutton is more commonly used as a boy name.
Hutton is currently ranked #2,550 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Hutton has 2 syllables and is pronounced h-UHT-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Hutton include Hut. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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