Fletcher is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #220 in 2011 with 224 recorded births. This places Fletcher in the top 4% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2014 with 251 births ranking #225. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 1,217.6%. In 2011, approximately 1 in every 1,544 boys born was named Fletcher. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Fletcher is an English occupational surname name meaning "arrow maker". It has a smart, capable sound and fits comfortably with other craft-based surname favourites.
The name moved from a medieval job title into surname use and later into modern first-name use. Its growth reflects the popularity of polished occupational names like Carter and Cooper.