Archer
Archer is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Bowman or one who shoots with a bow.
Origin and history
Archer originated as an English occupational surname for a bowman or archer. It gained popularity in the early 21st century alongside other stylish occupational and surname-based choices. Today it is a well-established and fashionable boy's name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
31,391 babies in the United States have been named Archer since 1880. It ranks #668 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #128.
States where it is most popular
- CA (8.5 %)
- TX (7.8 %)
- OH (4.5 %)
- FL (4.2 %)
- IL (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 61 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 25 |
| 1910-1920 | 192 |
| 1920-1930 | 221 |
| 1930-1940 | 121 |
| 1940-1950 | 134 |
| 1950-1960 | 121 |
| 1960-1970 | 83 |
| 1970-1980 | 49 |
| 1980-1990 | 17 |
| 1990-2000 | 127 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,195 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,469 |
| 2020-2029 | 17,566 |
Famous people named Archer
- Archer MacMackin: Director, Producer
Nicknames
Archie, Arch
Fun facts
- It derives from the Old French 'archier', brought to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066.
- Archer experienced a sharp rise in U.S. usage during the 2010s and 2020s, becoming a top 150 name for boys.