Dutton

Meaning of Dutton

From a town on a hill, or dusty town.

Dutton has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Dutton

Dutton has cooled off, slipping to #779 in 2025, down from a peak of #726 in 2023.

Notable people named Dutton

• Charles Dutton
  American actor and director
• Red Dutton
  Canadian NHL hockey player
• Kevin Dutton
  British psychologist and writer
• Clarence Dutton
  American geologist and soldier
• Dutton Vogelsang
  American politician

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Questions about the name Dutton

What does the name Dutton mean?

Dutton means from a town on a hill, or dusty town, and it comes from English origins.

Is Dutton a boy's or a girl's name?

Dutton is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Dutton?

In 2025, Dutton ranked #779 for boys, down from #737 the year before.

When was Dutton most popular?

Dutton peaked at #726 in 2023.