Origin and Meaning of Hutchinson

Son of the hooded one or son of Hugh

Origin: English - Derived from the medieval given name Hugh, which means 'heart, mind, or spirit'. The suffix -son indicates 'son of'.

• Hutchinson is an English surname that was later adopted as a given name, particularly in the United States.
• The name has been used in various regions but is most commonly found in Anglo-Saxon communities.
• Notable bearers include Hutchinson Whampoa, a major conglomerate in Hong Kong founded by Sir Hutchison, and American poet Vachel Lindsay, whose middle name was Hutchinson.
• While more common as a surname, Hutchinson has seen occasional use as a first name but remains relatively rare compared to other names.
• Variations and related surnames include Hutchins and Huchyn, which also trace their lineage back to the name Hugh.