Hutson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hutson is an Old English name meaning 'son of Hugh'. It evolved from the name Hugh through the diminutive Hudde. The name gained popularity in the 19th century as surnames transitioned to first names. It is viewed positively in modern times, often associated with creativity and uniqueness. There is no significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hutson"
Pronunciation
/ˈhʌtsən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Hutson is derived from the Old English surname 'Hudde', which is a diminutive form of 'Hugh'. It means 'son of Hugh'.
Meaning
son of Hugh
Language Evolution
Hugh, Hudde, Hutson
Historical Usage
The name Hutson became more popular in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as surnames began to evolve into first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Hut, Hugh, Hudson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Hutson is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Hutson H. S. Houghton, an American politician, Hutson H. Smith, a notable businessman
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 60 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hutson"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hutson"
"Hutson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6001st of 24088 | 199 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3051st of 23106 | 465 |
Regional Popularity of "Hutson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
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36.24% 2472nd/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Hutson" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hutson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hutson" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Hutson" in the United States
The name Hutson is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hutson has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Hutson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6001st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3051st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hutson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.