Archer is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #173 in 2024 with 292 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 308 births ranking #174. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 951 boys born was named Archer. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.