BUTLER

Meaning

A servant or official who manages the household, derived from the Old French word for butler.

Etymology

Butler comes from the Old French 'bouteillier' (one who manages wine bottles and the household), which derives from 'bouteille' (bottle). The term became an occupational surname in medieval England and has occasionally been used as a given name.

About the Name BUTLER

Butler is an occupational surname referring to a household servant or steward, with medieval origins. Its use as a given name is uncommon compared to its prevalence as a surname.

Historical People Named BUTLER