US Popularity:218
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):French
Meaning:Bowman
Archer is a gender-neutral name of French, Latin, and English origins, meaning “bowman.” The name derived from the Latin word arcarius and French archier. It was traditionally a surname borne by talented archers of the Middle Ages and only found its feet as a first name in the 19th century. The occupational name hits the sweet spot between Archibald and Archie while still giving parents the option to use the latter as a cute nickname. With a cross-gender appeal and modern sound, Archer certainly hits all the right marks.

Archer Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Archer is currently #266 on The Bump
Boy:Archer is currently #200 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Archer is currently #152 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Archer is currently #218 in U.S. births
Boy:Archer is currently #213 in U.S. births
Girl:Archer is currently #8029 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#8029
in 2022
- 721
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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