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Origin: British

Meaning: Illustrious; Butcher

Baby will never be on the chopping block with a name like Butch! With Old English origins, this masculine name means both “illustrious” and refers to the occupation of “butcher.” Both the name and the word Butch have been commonly associated with being manly, and are often used as a synonym for terms like “strength,” “masculinity,” and “macho.” Whatever those words mean to you, your little Butch is sure to only display the best of those qualities—no toxic masculinity here! Most famously, you might recognize this name as belonging to Wild West outlaw, Butch Cassidy.