Butch

Butch is an American nickname and slang term, derived from the word for a butcher or from the adjective butch meaning tough or masculine. It became a common nickname in the mid-20th century, particularly for stocky, rough-and-tumble characters. As a pet name it signals toughness, confidence, and a no-nonsense disposition.

Butch is the name you give a dog who looks like he could bench press a reasonable amount and isn't interested in discussing it. It's a classic American tough-guy name that somehow never lost its charm. Stocky breeds — Bull Terriers, American Bulldogs, Boxers — are natural Butches. The name carries a slight vintage quality, like something out of a 1950s neighborhood, which gives it warmth alongside the toughness. Butch is reliable, direct, and asks nothing more complicated of you than some loyalty and regular meals.