Summary

The surname Dutcher is of Dutch origin and is derived from the occupational name for a ducker or diver. It is believed to have originated from the medieval Dutch word 'duken,' meaning 'to dive.' Dutcher was commonly used to describe people who were involved in activities such as fishing, hunting, and diving. Over time, individuals with this surname migrated to different parts of the world, spreading its presence.
There are
5605
Dutchers in the USA
Dutcher is the
6118th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Dutcher

JohnDutcher

American artist known for his landscape paintings.

MaryDutcher

Women's rights activist and suffragette during the early 1900s.

ThomasDutcher

Colonel in the Union Army during the American Civil War.

SarahDutcher

Pioneer and homesteader in the western United States in the late 1800s.

JamesDutcher

Inventor and entrepreneur who developed innovative farming equipment.

Dutcher Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Dutcher is of Dutch origin.
Geographic DistributionThe majority of Dutcher individuals are found in the United States and Canada.
VariationsVariations of the surname Dutcher include Dutcher, Dutscher, and Ducher.
Migration and ImmigrationDutch settlers carrying the surname Dutcher migrated to the United States during the 17th and 18th centuries in search of religious freedom and better economic opportunities.