Sutton

Sutton directly translates to 'southern town' or 'southern settlement', implying a place situated to the south or a small community located in a southern region.

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The name Sutton is of Old English origin, derived from the words "sūth" meaning 'south' and "tūn" meaning 'town' or 'settlement'. It initially denoted someone who lived in or near a southern town or village.

  • Popularity: 307th
  • Babies named Sutton in the US in 2023:
    Female: 1456
    Male: 695
  • Nicknames: Sutt, Sonny, Sutty, Tonny, Suttey.
  • Full Names: Sutton Lawrence, Sutton Marie, Sutton James, Sutton Ann, Sutton Thomas.
  • Famous Namesakes: Sutton Foster - Actress, Sutton Stracke - Reality Star, Sutton Coldfield - English Town, Sutton Smith - Football Player, Sutton Lenore - Artist.
  • Gender: Unisex name but often used for males in historical context, becoming popular for females in modern usage.
  • Numerology: In numerology, Sutton is associated with the number 8. This number is often linked with power, ambition, and a drive for success. People with the name Sutton may have leadership qualities and an innate ability to achieve their goals. They exhibit resilience and a transformative approach to obstacles in life.

Historically, Sutton was more commonly used as a surname, however, it has gained popularity as a given name, especially in English-speaking countries. In recent years, it has become trendy for both boys and girls, sometimes seen as a modern choice inspired by fashionable surnames such as 'Harper' or 'Harlow.'

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