What does the surname Hutcheson mean?

The surname Hutcheson means "Son of Hutch, where Hutch is a diminutive of Hugh.". It is of Scottish origin.

How common is the Hutcheson surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Hutcheson in the United States.

Are there Hutcheson soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 330 soldiers with the Hutcheson surname appear in Civil War records.

Hutcheson

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Hutch, where Hutch is a diminutive of Hugh.

Etymology

A patronymic surname formed from 'Hutch' (a pet form of Hugh) combined with the Scottish '-son' suffix. Hugh derives from Old Germanic 'Hugo' meaning 'mind' or 'spirit'.

About the Hutcheson Surname

A Scottish patronymic surname indicating descent from a man named Hutch or Hugh. The name is part of the broader family of Hugh-derived surnames.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in Scotland and Scottish diaspora communities.

Hutcheson Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hutcheson Surname

Grote Hutcheson

General

Quick Facts

Origin: Scottish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: Medieval Scotland
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

330 soldiers with the Hutcheson surname found in Civil War records.

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