Archer is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #254 in 2017 with 1,462 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 3,627 births ranking #98. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 10,342.9%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 1,266 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.