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Archer

Boy · Latin · Medium name

Meaning
A bowman
Pronunciation
AR-cher
Origin
Latin

From Latin 'arcus' meaning bow, an English occupational name.

Popularity
Common in United States (2023)

Popularity: US SSA, 2023

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Languages in use: Latin, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom, Australia

Alternate spellings

  • ArchibaldEnglish

    Fuller Old English/Germanic name.

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Sources for this record

US SSA, Baby Names from Social Security Card Applications (2023). Last verified 2025-01-20.

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