Sutton

Pronunciation: [ s-UHT-uhn ]

Boy Name #442 Most Popular Rising 2 Syllables

Southern roots, modern swagger

English American

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Meaning & Origin

"southern settlement, south farm"

Origin: Old English (suð + tun)

Language: English

"from the south village"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon place-name

Language: English

The Story of Sutton

Sutton comes from the Old English words suð (south) and tun (farmstead, settlement), meaning 'southern settlement' or 'south farm.' It was one of the most common English place-name elements, found in dozens of towns across England — Sutton Coldfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, and Sutton-on-Sea among them. As a surname, Sutton spread throughout Britain, and as a first name, it follows the modern trend of using strong English place-based surnames as given names for boys and girls.

Sutton has been rising steadily as a first name for both boys and girls since the 2010s, riding the wave of place-name surnames like Hudson, Greyson, and Weston. It has a particularly strong Southern American following, fitting into the preppy surname-name aesthetic.

Sutton Place in New York City is one of Manhattan's most exclusive neighborhoods, giving the name a luxury real estate cachet. The name also appears in British aristocratic families, reinforcing its upper-class associations.

Fun Facts

Sutton Place in Manhattan has been home to some of New York City's wealthiest residents since the 1920s
There are over 30 towns and villages named Sutton in England, making it one of the most common Old English place-name roots

Sutton in Other Languages

French Sutton

German Sutton

Spanish Sutton

Japanese サットン

Famous People Named Sutton

Sutton Foster

Actor

1975

Two-time Tony Award-winning American actress and singer known for 'Thoroughly Modern Millie' and 'Younger'

Sutton Stracke

Other

1971

American socialite, businesswoman, and cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #442
Total SSA Count: 712
Cultural Origins: English American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Sutter #3727

Common Nicknames

Sutt

Pairs Well With

Sutton James Sutton Lee Sutton Grey Sutton Blake Sutton Cole Sutton Reid

Sibling Names

Greer Lennon Sloane Beckett Sawyer Harlow

Also a Girl Name

Sutton is also used as a girl name, ranked #197.

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Similar Names

Hutson Sutton Hutton Hudsen Huxton Suttyn

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sutton

What does the name Sutton mean?

"southern settlement, south farm" (from Old English (suð + tun)). "from the south village" (from Anglo-Saxon place-name). Sutton comes from the Old English words suð (south) and tun (farmstead, settlement), meaning 'southern settlement' or 'south farm.' It was one of the most common English place-name elements, found in dozens of towns across England — Sutton Coldfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, and Sutton-on-Sea among them. As a surname, Sutton spread throughout Britain, and as a first name, it follows the modern trend of using strong English place-based surnames as given names for boys and girls.

What is the origin of the name Sutton?

Sutton has Old English (suð + tun), Anglo-Saxon place-name, English, and American origins. In Old English (suð + tun), it means "southern settlement, south farm". In Anglo-Saxon place-name, it means "from the south village".

Is Sutton a boy or girl name?

Sutton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #442. As a girl name, it is ranked #197. Sutton is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Sutton?

Sutton is pronounced s-UHT-uhn.

How popular is the name Sutton?

Sutton is currently ranked #442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Sutton?

Common nicknames for Sutton include Sutt.

What are good middle names for Sutton?

Popular middle name pairings include Sutton James, Sutton Lee, Sutton Grey, Sutton Blake, Sutton Cole, and Sutton Reid.

What are good sibling names for Sutton?

Names that pair well with Sutton as siblings include Greer, Lennon, Sloane, Beckett, Sawyer, and Harlow.

How many syllables does Sutton have?

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

Is Sutton a common or rare name?

Sutton is a popular name, ranked #442 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Sutton

Sutton is a boy name with English and American origins . The name means "southern settlement, south farm" in Old English (suð + tun) .

Is Sutton a boy or girl name? Sutton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #442 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #197. Sutton is more commonly used as a girl name.

Sutton is currently ranked #442 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

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

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

Alternative spellings of Sutton include Sutter . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.