Archer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Archer has its origins in Old French and Latin, meaning 'bowman.' It has evolved from Latin 'arcarius' to Old French 'archier' and then to Middle English 'archer.' The name is associated with strength and adventure, and it gained popularity due to the historical significance of archers in warfare. There is no specific biblical relevance. Today, Archer is viewed positively and is a trendy name among parents.
The name Archer is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Archer has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Archer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1438th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2058th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2388th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4589th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7020th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 947th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 204th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18230th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4841st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Archer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Archer"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrtʃər/
Origin
Old French, Latin
Etymology
The name Archer is derived from the Old French word 'archer,' which comes from the Latin 'arcarius,' meaning 'bowman' or 'archer.' This name originally referred to someone who was a bowman or a person who wielded a bow.
Meaning
bowman
Language Evolution
Latin: arcarius, Old French: archier, Middle English: archer
Historical Usage
The name Archer gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the prominence of archers in warfare, such as during the Hundred Years' War.
Variants & Derivatives
Archie, Arch, Archeron
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary society, Archer is perceived as a strong and adventurous name, often associated with skills in archery and outdoor activities. It has gained popularity in recent years as a given name.
Famous People
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) founder, Dwayne O. Andreas, Archer, the animated television character, Archer, the comic book character from DC Comics
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Archer"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Archer"
"Archer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1438th of 7545 | 408 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2058th of 6773 | 235 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2388th of 7552 | 222 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4589th of 10718 | 81 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7020th of 16616 | 77 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 947th of 24088 | 3,048 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 204th of 23106 | 23,608 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18230th of 35406 | 50 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4841st of 30306 | 335 |
Regional Popularity of "Archer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
91.44% 1261st/1379 |
52.37% 1239th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
64.26% 1512th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.43% 753rd/4582 |
25.46% 1315th/5164 |
14.99% 1096th/7313 |
10.41% 777th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
3.36% 134th/3984 |
5.42% 243rd/4487 |
3.36% 229th/6822 |
3.04% 191st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Archer" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
79.40% 5417th/6822 |
78.59% 4932nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Archer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Archer" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.