Hutson
Hutson is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Hutt (a diminutive of Hugh or Richard).
Origin and history
Hutson originated as an English surname meaning son of Hutt, a medieval short form of Hugh or Richard. While historically rare as a given name, it has seen a modest rise in contemporary U.S. usage as part of the trend toward using traditional surnames for boys. Its strong consonant sounds give it a modern yet classic feel.
Popularity in the United States
721 babies in the United States have been named Hutson since 1880. It ranks #3955 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1674.
States where it is most popular
- GA (28.6 %)
- TX (25.2 %)
- TN (22.7 %)
- KY (10.1 %)
- IN (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 6 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 6 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 10 |
| 2000-2010 | 121 |
| 2010-2019 | 325 |
| 2020-2029 | 253 |
Fun facts
- Hutson follows the popular American naming convention of turning family surnames into modern first names.
- The root name Hutt served in medieval times as a pet form for either Hugh or Richard.