Archer is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1014 in 2005 with 21 recorded births. This places Archer in the top 20% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 354 births ranking #152. In 2005, approximately 1 in every 14,735 boys born was named Archer. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Archer began as an English occupational surname for someone who used a bow. As a given name, it feels energetic and modern while keeping a very clear meaning.
Like many current boys' names, Archer moved from surname use into first-name use. Its rise fits the wider popularity of strong, work-based surname names.