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