Rising since 2002, #3,314 for boys today.
Popularity of Hutch since 1975
Babies named Hutch per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 68 |
| 2010s | 224 |
| 2020s | 209 |
Meaning & origin
Hutch is a rare boys' name in the U.S., first recorded in 1975. It reached its peak rank of 3,314 in 2025, with about 1 in 48,802 newborns receiving the name that year. The name has been on a gradual rise since 2002, reflecting a broader trend of surnames as first names. Hutch is most popular in Texas. As a short, rugged surname derived from a term for a small shelter or chest, it fits well with contemporary taste for names that feel both casual and distinctive.
Hutch is a transferred use of the English surname, which originated as a nickname for someone living in a hut or small shelter (from Middle English 'hucche', meaning 'hutch' or 'chest'). It became used as a given name mainly in the United States, often as a nickname or short form for names like Hutchinson, though it has also been used independently. Its modern revival reflects the trend of using surnames as first names, with a rugged, casual feel.
Where Hutch is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hutch
Sibling names for Hutch
Names that share Hutch's style, for a brother or sister.
