Find out how popular the last name Hutchen is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Hutchen.

Hutchen, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Hutchen surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hutchen in America

Hutchen is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hutchen surname appeared 153 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Hutchen.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hutchen to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Hutchen

The surname HUTCHEN is of German origin, derived from the Old German word "hutchen" which means "small hat" or "cap". It is believed to have originated during the Middle Ages, likely in the 12th or 13th century, as a descriptive surname given to individuals who wore distinctive headgear or hats as part of their occupation or social status.

The name first appeared in historical records in the southern regions of Germany, particularly in the areas around Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. Some of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in medieval tax rolls, guild records, and church registers from these regions.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the surname HUTCHEN was Johannes Hutchen, a baker recorded in the town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber in the late 14th century. Another notable figure was Hans Hutchen, a skilled hatter who lived in Nuremberg during the 15th century and was renowned for his intricate and ornate hat designs.

As the name spread across Germany, variations in spelling emerged, such as Hutchen, Hütchen, and Hütchens. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and scribal preferences in different areas.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the HUTCHEN surname became associated with certain professions and trades related to hats or headgear. For instance, in the city of Augsburg, the Hutchen family was known for their successful hat-making business, which passed down through generations.

One of the most prominent individuals with the HUTCHEN surname was Johann Friedrich Hutchen, a German theologian and philosopher who lived from 1692 to 1771. He was born in Württemberg and became a respected scholar, authoring several influential works on theology and ethics.

Another notable figure was Katharina Hutchen, a German artist and engraver who lived in the 18th century. Her intricate etchings and engravings, often depicting intricate headgear and fashion accessories, were highly sought after by collectors and patrons of the time.

In the 19th century, the HUTCHEN surname spread further across Europe as families emigrated to various countries. One such individual was Wilhelm Hutchen, a German immigrant who settled in the United States in the 1850s and became a successful businessman in Philadelphia.

Throughout its history, the HUTCHEN surname has maintained its connection to headgear and hat-making traditions, while also branching out into other fields and professions. The name serves as a reminder of the rich cultural and occupational heritage of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hutchen

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Hutchen.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Hutchen was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Hutchen has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Hutchen was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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