Hutchby

Hutchby is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The surname is believed to be of Anglo-Saxon descent, deriving from the Old English personal name "Hucca" and the word "by," meaning farmstead or settlement.

The name Hutchby is mainly concentrated in the United Kingdom, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. Throughout history, individuals with the surname Hutchby have been found engaging in various occupations, such as farmers, labourers, and tradespeople.

The Hutchby family crest features distinctive elements that reflect the heritage and values associated with the surname. These symbols often include agricultural motifs, such as wheat sheaves and ploughs, signifying the ancestors' ties to the land.

Over the centuries, the Hutchby surname has evolved and diversified, with branches of the family tree spreading to different parts of the world. Today, individuals bearing the name Hutchby can be found not only in the United Kingdom but also in countries with historical ties to British migration, such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.

As with many surnames, the lineage of the Hutchby family continues to expand and flourish, carrying on the legacy of their ancestors and contributing to the rich tapestry of British history and culture.

There are approximately 237 people named Hutchby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Hutchby.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Malcolm
  • Marc
  • Mark
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Robert
  • Simon

Female

  • Alice
  • Claire
  • Joanne
  • Louise
  • Pamela
  • Sally
  • Samantha
  • Sharon
  • Shirley
  • Sylvia

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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