Butch Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Butch Name at a Glance

Name	Butch
Meaning	Diminutive of Butcher: Butcher.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Butch Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Butch means “Diminutive of Butcher: Butcher”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Butch Name Origin

Our database records Butch under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Butch a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Butch is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Butch

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