Rising since 2011, #5,399 for boys today.
Popularity of Hutchinson since 2004
Babies named Hutchinson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 107 |
| 2020s | 99 |
Meaning & origin
Hutchinson is a rare and modern given name with roots as a surname. It entered U.S. birth records in 2004, a time when surnames as first names became fashionable. Its trajectory has been steadily rising since 2011, reflecting broader trends in naming. In 2024, it reached its peak rank of 5,399, though it remains uncommon at roughly 1 in 100,475 boys. The name has not yet appeared in enough births to register in any state's top lists, suggesting scattered use across the country. Its appeal lies in the friendly nickname 'Hutch', and a connection to the popular name Hugh through etymology, offering a distinctive yet familiar choice for parents seeking something off the beaten path.
Hutchinson is a patronymic surname derived from the medieval given name Hutchin, a diminutive of Hugh. Hugh comes from the Old French name 'Hue', itself from the Germanic element 'hug' meaning 'heart, mind'. The surname originated in northern England and Scotland, and its use as a given name is a modern phenomenon, reflecting the trend of adopting surnames as first names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hutch
Sibling names for Hutchinson
Names that share Hutchinson's style, for a brother or sister.
