Butler is an English surname of occupational origin, derived from the Old French word “buteler,” meaning “bottle bearer” or “cupbearer.” The surname was initially given to those who held the position of butler in a royal or noble household. Over time, the name spread beyond the nobility and became a common surname throughout England and Ireland. Today, the surname Butler is still widely used and can be found throughout the English-speaking world. Notable individuals with this surname include former US Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright, and author Octavia Butler.
