Archie first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Archie has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Archie

A diminutive form of the German name "Archibald", meaning bold or brave.

Popularity of Archie by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Archie is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Archie being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 940 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Archie.

Year Male Count Female Count
2023 940 0
2022 855 6
2021 782 8
2020 635 8
2019 384 5
2018 210 0
2017 160 0
2016 133 0
2015 146 0
2014 110 0
2013 83 0
2012 93 0
2011 73 0
2010 79 0
2009 87 0
2008 75 0
2007 51 0
2006 69 0
2005 64 0
2004 69 0
2003 62 0
2002 55 0
2001 54 0
2000 50 0
1999 68 0
1998 49 0
1997 58 0
1996 70 0
1995 75 0
1994 92 0
1993 73 0
1992 90 0
1991 99 0
1990 109 0
1989 104 0
1988 115 0
1987 109 0
1986 123 0
1985 134 0
1984 142 0
1983 148 0
1982 157 0
1981 167 0
1980 177 0
1979 191 0
1978 190 0
1977 187 0
1976 202 0
1975 202 0
1974 216 5

The history of the first name Archie

The name Archie is a diminutive form of the name Archibald, which has its roots in the Germanic languages. It is derived from the Old High German name "Arehabald," which is a combination of the elements "ari" meaning "brave" and "bald" meaning "bold." The name was introduced into Britain by Norman settlers after the Norman conquest of England in 1066.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Archibald the Grim, Earl of Douglas (c. 1328-1400), a Scottish nobleman who played a significant role in the Wars of Scottish Independence against the English. Another notable figure was Archibald Campbell, 9th Earl of Argyll (1629-1685), a Scottish Protestant leader who was executed for his involvement in the Monmouth Rebellion against King James VII of Scotland and II of England.

During the Renaissance period, the name gained popularity, particularly in Scotland. One prominent bearer was Archibald Douglas, 6th Earl of Angus (c. 1489-1557), a Scottish nobleman and military leader who played a significant role in the Anglo-Scottish wars of the 16th century.

In the literary realm, the name is associated with Archibald Constable (1776-1827), a Scottish publisher who played a crucial role in the literary career of Sir Walter Scott. Another notable figure was Archibald Primrose, 5th Earl of Rosebery (1847-1929), a British statesman who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1894 to 1895.

In the 20th century, the name gained popularity as a diminutive form, particularly in the United States. One famous bearer was Archibald "Archie" Leach (1904-1986), better known by his stage name Cary Grant, the iconic Hollywood actor. Another notable figure was Archibald "Archie" Gemmill (1947-), a Scottish footballer who played for Derby County and the Scottish national team.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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