How popular is the name Butler in 2025?

Butler is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Butler most popular?

Butler peaked in 1886, reaching #512 among US boy names.

Butler will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Butler entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #512 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#512

peak (1886)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Butler are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Butler alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Butler in 2025?: Butler is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Butler most popular?: Butler peaked in 1886, reaching #512 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Butler with classmates?: Butler will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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