Butler — Irish Surname Origin & Meaning

Irish form: de Buitléir

Meaning: Norman — “the butler” (chief cup-bearer)

Traditional stronghold: Kilkenny, Tipperary

The Butlers of Ormond ruled from Kilkenny Castle for 500 years.

Related names from the same part of Ireland: O'Brien · Ryan · Walsh · Kennedy · Brennan · Fitzpatrick · Carroll · Hogan

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