Sutton

Meaning

A settlement located south of a town or village.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'sūth' (south) and 'tūn' (settlement, farmstead). The name refers to a southern settlement and was used to distinguish multiple villages with similar names.

About the Sutton Surname

A topographic surname derived from multiple English villages named Sutton. The name has been borne by various notable figures in sports, entertainment, and other fields.

Distribution

Widely distributed across England and common in English-speaking countries worldwide.

Notable Bearers

Donald Sutton (baseball player), Kiefer Sutherland (actor)