Rising since 1997, #2,798 for boys today.
Popularity of Hutson since 1917
Babies named Hutson per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2015, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Hutson's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 121 |
| 2010s | 325 |
| 2020s | 253 |
Meaning & origin
Hutson is a surname-derived given name that has seen a steady rise in the United States since the late 1990s. According to Social Security data, it first appeared in records in 1917 but remained rare for decades. Its notable climb began around 1997, and the name reached its peak rank in 2023, coinciding with broader trends favoring surnames and 'H'-initial names like Hudson and Harrison. The name is most frequently chosen in Tennessee, reflecting a regional preference. As of 2025, it ranked 2798, with approximately 1 in 38,000 baby boys receiving the name, making it an uncommon but recognizable choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name with a strong Anglo-Saxon heritage.
Hutson originated as a patronymic surname, derived from the medieval given name 'Hut,' a diminutive of 'Hugh.' Hugh itself comes from the Germanic element 'hug' meaning 'heart, mind, spirit.' As a given name, Hutson is a modern transfer of the surname, following a trend of using family names as first names, particularly in America. It remains a rare choice, with recorded use dating to the early 20th century.
Where Hutson is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hut, Huts
Variants: Hudson, Hutchinson, Hutchens
Sibling names for Hutson
Names that share Hutson's style, for a brother or sister.
