Hutson Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: HUT-sun //ˈhʌt.sən//
Origin: English; Old Norse
Meaning: English: son of Hugh; Old Norse: settlement
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hutson is of English origin, derived from the medieval personal name "Hugh," which itself comes from the Old French "Hugues," a variant of the Germanic name "Hugon." The Germanic roots can be traced to the elements "hug," meaning "heart," "mind," or "spirit," and "-son," indicating "son of." Thus, Hutson can be interpreted as "son of Hugh." The name entered the English language following the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many Old French names were adopted into English vernacular, particularly among the nobility and landowners. Historically, the name Hugh has been borne by several notable figures, including Hugh of Lincoln, a saint in the 12th century, and Hugh Capet, the first King of the Franks from the late 10th century, who founded the Capetian dynasty.
The name Hutson, as a patronymic form, likely emerged in the Middle Ages as surnames became hereditary, with records of its use appearing in various English documents from the 13th century onward. The name has been associated with various families and lineages throughout English history, contributing to its endurance as a surname.
Culturally, Hutson carries connotations of nobility and strength, reflecting the characteristics attributed to its root name, Hugh. The name has been used in various literary and historical contexts, reinforcing its significance over the centuries.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Hughie" have been noted in historical records, although Hutson itself has remained a distinct name. Overall, Hutson encapsulates a rich linguistic and cultural heritage, rooted in the historical significance of its progenitor, Hugh.
Famous people named Hutson
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Hutson Adonijah is a former professional American football player best known for his time with the New York Giants, Miami Dolphins, and the Kansas City Chiefs.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hutson was first seen in the United States in 1917.
Hutson has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Indiana.
In the past 5 years the name Hutson has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Hutson is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Hutson was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Hutson (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Hutson.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 40 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2021 | 41 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2015 | 60 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 |