Archer
Archer is a boys' name of English origin meaning “bowman, one who uses a bow.” It ranked #98 in the United States in 2025. An English occupational surname referring to a skilled bowman.
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how do you pronounce Archer?
AR-cher
where does the name Archer come from?
An English occupational surname for a bowman, from the Old French archier. The trade it names was a military one, and the surname is recorded from the medieval period.
Archery was a highly valued military skill in medieval England, particularly following the longbow's decisive role at the Battle of Agincourt (1415). It has gained popularity as a given name in the 21st century.
how popular is this name?
Archer has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 25 years since 1880, and fell outside it for 121. It peaked at #98 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #98 |
| 2024 | #115 |
| 2023 | #129 |
| 2022 | #126 |
| 2021 | #139 |
| 2020 | #160 |
| 2019 | #206 |
| 2018 | #240 |
| 2017 | #254 |
| 2016 | #263 |
| 2010 | #551 |
| 1880 | #640 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Archer fell outside the top 1,000.
the history of Archer
Its modern use as a given name is recent.
who are famous people named Archer?
- Sterling Archer (Archer animated series character)
- Jeffrey Archer (author)
what are the nicknames and variants of Archer?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Archer?
what names go well with Archer?
Sibling names that share Archer's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Archer
What does the name Archer mean?
Archer means “bowman, one who uses a bow”.
What is the origin of the name Archer?
Archer comes from the English naming tradition. Related forms include Archie and Archor.
How popular is the name Archer?
Archer ranked #98 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data. Its best year was 2025, at #98, and it has spent 25 years in the top 1,000 since 1880.
Is Archer a boy or girl name?
Archer is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Archer?
Archer is pronounced AR-cher, with 2 syllables.
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