Sutton
Sutton is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
South town or southern settlement.
Origin and history
Sutton is an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'south town' or 'southern settlement.' Historically used primarily as a surname, it has surged as a trendy unisex given name in the United States, especially for girls in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
12,666 babies in the United States have been named Sutton since 1880. It ranks #1432 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #212.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.4 %)
- GA (5.2 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
- NC (5 %)
- TN (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 56 |
| 1970-1980 | 19 |
| 1980-1990 | 33 |
| 1990-2000 | 137 |
| 2000-2010 | 386 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,738 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,297 |
Famous people named Sutton
- Sutton Foster: Actress, Singer
Fun facts
- Derived from numerous locations across England named Sutton, originating from Old English 'sūþ' (south) and 'tūn' (enclosure or town).
- The name experienced a rapid rise for girls in the U.S. starting in the 2010s.