Archie
Archie is of German origin, derived from Archibald, meaning 'genuine', 'bold', or 'brave'. Originally a nickname, it has become a popular given name in its own right, especially in the UK.
Current Popularity
#333 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Gained significant popularity after being chosen by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex
- •Works well as both a formal name and nickname
- •Has a friendly, down-to-earth quality despite royal associations
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Famous People
Archie Manning
Former NFL quarterback
Archie Panjabi
Actress (though typically male, this is a notable exception)
Archie Mountbatten-Windsor
Son of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
Archie Andrews
Iconic comic book character
Statistics
55,109
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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