Hutch Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hutch is derived from the Old English diminutive of Hugh, meaning 'heart' or 'mind'. It evolved from Hugh through forms like Huch to Hutch. The name is characterized by its approachable nature and has biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages and remains a friendly, familiar name today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hutch"
Pronunciation
/hʌtʃ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Hutch is derived from the Old English diminutive of the name Hugh, which means 'heart' or 'mind'.
Meaning
heart, mind
Language Evolution
Hugh, Huch, Hutch
Historical Usage
The name Hutch gained popularity in the Middle Ages as a diminutive form of Hugh, becoming more common in England and later in America.
Variants & Derivatives
Hugh, Hut, Hutchinson
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hutch is viewed as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Famous People
Hutch Dano, Hutchings B. Smith, Hutch Parker
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas
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 "Hutch"
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 "Hutch"
"Hutch" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6703rd of 10718 | 31 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12845th of 16616 | 15 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7998th of 24088 | 129 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3729th of 23106 | 348 |
Regional Popularity of "Hutch" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
76.51% 3048th/3984 |
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50.69% 3458th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Hutch" 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 "Hutch"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hutch" 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 "Hutch" in the United States
The name Hutch is most popular in Arkansas, 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, Hutch 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, 'Hutch' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6703rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12845th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7998th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3729th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hutch' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.