Dutton - Last Names

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Dutton

/ˈdʌtən/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the settlement by the hill

Represents connection to ancestral land and geographic identity, symbolizing stability and rootedness in one's origins.

Symbolism

Embodies strength, continuity, and a sense of belonging; often associated with family legacy and enduring presence.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'dun' meaning 'hill' and 'tun' meaning 'settlement' or 'enclosure'. Thus, Dutton means 'farmstead on a hill' or 'settlement at the hill'.

Style & Origin

traditional
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Dutton is a locational surname historically associated with places in England, pa

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