Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • All Collections
      • Census & Voter Lists
      • Birth, Marriage & Death
      • Military
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2006-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Buttler

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      Occupational Name For A Steward

      Variations

      Butler, Butterfly, Cutlery
      The surname Buttler is derived from the English term for a steward or a cupbearer, originating from the Old French word buttelier, which is related to the Latin buxellarius. As an occupational name, it signifies a person who served in a caretaker capacity, typically responsible for overseeing the household's wine or beverages. This name reflects a role of trust and responsibility within the domestic sphere, indicating a position of some importance in the social hierarchy of historical households.

      The Buttler name has roots that can be traced back to medieval England, where it was commonly associated with nobility and the gentry. In this period, stewards often played vital roles in managing estates, leading to the adoption of the surname by those in such positions. Historical records suggest that members of the Buttler family held various roles in service to the English crown and in substantial households throughout the centuries. The name appears in various legal documents, land grants, and heraldic records, indicating its prevalence and significance in English society.

      In contemporary contexts, the name Buttler has evolved beyond its original occupational meaning. It retains recognition as a surname, often appearing in modern media and culture. Notably, the surname gained increased visibility through individuals such as Jos Buttler, an accomplished English cricketer. While the traditional connotations of stewardship may have diminished, the name continues to be recognized, celebrating both its historical significance and its modern associations in diverse fields, including sports and public life.

      Based on our records...

      Butler

      Butler

      This is the most common surname associated with Buttler.
      Alma

      Alma

      This is the most common name of those married to a Buttler.
      Henry

      Henry

      This is the most common name for a child of a Buttler.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1880 is when there were the most people born with the first name Buttler.

      Explore the origins of another name.