UK surname
A surname referring to someone living in a small hut or cottage.
In the 1881 census there were 43 people recorded with the Hutch surname, ranking it #27,575 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 48, ranked #35,004, down from #27,575 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to St Pancras, Doncaster and Wigan. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Hutch is 141 in 1861. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 11.6%.
1881 census count
43
Ranked #27,575
Modern count
48
2016, ranked #35,004
Peak year
1861
141 bearers
Map years
1
1861 to 1861
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Hutch surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Hutch surname density by area, 1861 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 41 | #25,926 |
| 1861 | historical | 141 | #16,072 |
| 1881 | historical | 43 | #27,575 |
| 1891 | historical | 67 | #28,424 |
| 1901 | historical | 33 | #30,384 |
| 1911 | historical | 19 | #31,416 |
| 1997 | modern | 27 | #35,016 |
| 1998 | modern | 19 | #36,009 |
| 1999 | modern | 18 | #36,151 |
| 2000 | modern | 14 | #36,522 |
| 2001 | modern | 14 | #36,372 |
| 2002 | modern | 14 | #36,484 |
| 2003 | modern | 12 | #36,715 |
| 2004 | modern | 10 | #37,096 |
| 2005 | modern | 13 | #36,833 |
| 2006 | modern | 19 | #36,323 |
| 2007 | modern | 19 | #36,450 |
| 2008 | modern | 20 | #36,443 |
| 2009 | modern | 22 | #36,394 |
| 2010 | modern | 29 | #36,024 |
| 2011 | modern | 30 | #35,949 |
| 2012 | modern | 32 | #35,820 |
| 2013 | modern | 36 | #35,643 |
| 2014 | modern | 36 | #35,662 |
| 2015 | modern | 42 | #35,322 |
| 2016 | modern | 48 | #35,004 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around St Pancras, Doncaster, Wigan, Manchester and St Marylebone. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Pancras | London (North Districts) |
| 2 | Doncaster | Yorkshire, West Riding |
| 3 | Wigan | Lancashire |
| 4 | Manchester | Lancashire |
| 5 | St Marylebone | London (North Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Hutch surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Hutch, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Hutch surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Hutch household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Hutch is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Hutch is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Hutch, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname "HUTCH" is of English origin and dates back to the late medieval period. It is believed to be a topographical name, derived from the Old English word "hocce," meaning a small hill or ridge. This suggests that the earliest bearers of the name lived near a distinct hill or raised area of land.
One of the earliest known records of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Staffordshire from 1212, where a Robert de la Huche is mentioned. The prefix "de la" in this entry indicates that the name was originally a locational one, referring to someone who lived near a particular hill or ridge.
In the 13th century, the surname appears in various spellings, such as Huche, Hucche, and Hutche. These variations likely reflect the dialectal differences in pronunciation across different regions of England at the time.
The Hutch surname has been linked to several place names in England, including Hutch Lane in Lancashire and Hutch Common in Staffordshire. These places may have been named after early bearers of the surname who lived or held land there.
One notable historical figure bearing the Hutch surname was John Hutch (1543-1605), an English clergyman and academic who served as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge in 1598.
Another significant individual was Richard Hutch (1695-1771), a British naval officer who participated in several major battles during the War of the Austrian Succession and the Seven Years' War. He rose to the rank of Vice Admiral in the Royal Navy.
In the literary world, Constance Hutch (1892-1968) was an English novelist and playwright known for her works exploring the complexities of human relationships and social commentary.
Sir William Hutch (1867-1944) was a prominent British businessman and philanthropist who made his fortune in the textile industry. He donated significant sums to various charitable causes and educational institutions.
Finally, Edward Hutch (1890-1962) was an English cricketer who played first-class cricket for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club in the early 20th century, representing them in over 300 matches.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Hutch surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 13 Hutchs recorded in 1881 and an index of 3.92x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 13 | 3.92x |
| Lancashire | 8 | 2.03x |
| Surrey | 5 | 3.09x |
| Aberdeenshire | 3 | 9.77x |
| Essex | 3 | 4.58x |
| Buckinghamshire | 1 | 4.99x |
| Warwickshire | 1 | 1.20x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Lancaster in Lancashire leads with 4 Hutchs recorded in 1881 and an index of 170.94x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster | 4 | 170.94x |
| Staines | 4 | 754.72x |
| Tooting Graveney | 4 | 888.89x |
| Aberdeen Old Machar | 3 | 46.80x |
| West Ham | 3 | 20.76x |
| Ince In Makerfield | 2 | 109.29x |
| Kensington London | 2 | 10.85x |
| Liverpool | 2 | 8.37x |
| St George In East London | 2 | 64.10x |
| Birmingham | 1 | 3.59x |
| Ealing | 1 | 33.78x |
| Isleworth | 1 | 68.03x |
| Islington London | 1 | 3.11x |
| Newington | 1 | 8.16x |
| St Pancras London | 1 | 3.75x |
| Uxbridge | 1 | 263.16x |
| Walton | 1 | 10000.00x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Hutch surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
FAQ
In 1881, 43 people were recorded with the Hutch surname. That placed it at #27,575 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 48 in 2016. That gives Hutch a modern rank of #35,004.
A surname referring to someone living in a small hut or cottage.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Hutch bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.