Dut
An ancient Scandinavian name likely derived from the word "dude" meaning people.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Dut. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dut today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dut births was 2014 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dut. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Dut. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2014
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#12,585
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Dut: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Dut by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Dut during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Dut
The name Dut is a relatively obscure given name with uncertain origins. Its earliest roots can be traced back to ancient Mesopotamia, where it may have derived from the Akkadian word "dutu," meaning "sun" or "light." This connection to celestial bodies and luminescence suggests that the name might have been associated with deities related to the sun or used as a symbolic representation of enlightenment and radiance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dut appears in the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient Mesopotamian epic poem dating back to around 2100 BCE. In this work, Dut is mentioned as the name of a minor character, potentially a servant or attendant to one of the central figures. While the significance of this reference is uncertain, it provides an intriguing glimpse into the antiquity of the name's usage.
During the medieval period, the name Dut surfaced sporadically in various regions of Europe, particularly in areas influenced by the Roman Empire or with strong trade connections to the Mediterranean region. For instance, Dut ibn al-Muqaffaʿ, a renowned Persian scholar and translator who lived from 720 to 760 CE, bore this name. His contributions to the preservation and dissemination of ancient Greek philosophical and scientific works had a profound impact on the intellectual landscape of the time.
In the 12th century, Dut ap Rhys, a Welsh nobleman and military leader, was a prominent figure in the conflicts between the Welsh princes and the Norman invaders. His legacy as a fierce defender of Welsh sovereignty and independence earned him a place in the annals of Welsh history.
Fast-forwarding to the Renaissance era, Dut Maestro da Piacenza, an Italian painter and architect active in the late 15th and early 16th centuries, left his mark on the artistic heritage of Northern Italy. His frescoes and architectural designs adorned numerous churches and palaces in the region, showcasing his skill and creative vision.
Lastly, Dut Singh, a Sikh warrior and commander from the 18th century, played a pivotal role in the consolidation of Sikh power in the Punjab region of South Asia. His military prowess and leadership during the turbulent times of the late Mughal Empire were instrumental in shaping the course of Sikh history and securing their autonomy.
While the name Dut may not be as widespread or recognizable as some more common names, its historical legacy spans diverse cultures, regions, and eras, serving as a testament to the enduring impact of those who bore this moniker throughout the ages.
People
Dut + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dut as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Dut: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dut?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dut going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Dut a common name?
We classify Dut as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dut most popular?
The single biggest year for Dut was 2014, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dut is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Dut in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dut a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dut in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Dut still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dut in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Dut can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Dut?
You can see how many people share the name Dut on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.