Butler
Pronunciation: [ b-UHTL-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Butler first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 131 babies have been named Butler in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Butler is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,281 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #23,281
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Butler
Butler is a boy name .
Butler is currently ranked #23,281 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Butler include But, Butl, Butly, Butlie, Buy, Buie, and Butkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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