Archie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationAR-chee / ˈɑːr.tʃiScottish; English
Meaning
Scottish: Brave; English: From the Ark
Historical & Cultural Background
Archie is a diminutive of the name Archibald, which has Scottish origins. It gained popularity in the 20th century and has seen a resurgence in recent years. The name is often associated with qualities of bravery and strength. In contemporary culture, Archie has been embraced in various media, contributing to its appeal.
Trend Summary
Archie has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 2010s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Archibald
- Archie
International Variants
- Archibaldo (Italian)
- Archie (German)
- Archie (Spanish)
Famous people named Archie
Archie Andrews is a fictional character from the Archie Comics series, known for his adventures in Riverdale.
Archie Griffin is a former American football player, recognized for being the only two-time winner of the Heisman Trophy.
Archie Bunker is a character from the television show All in the Family, known for his controversial views and comedic role.
Archie Macpherson is a Scottish sports commentator, known for his work in football broadcasting.
Fictional characters named Archie
Archie Andrews is the main character in the Archie Comics series, navigating teenage life and friendships.
Archie Goodwin is a character in Rex Stout's Nero Wolfe detective series, serving as the assistant to the titular detective.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Archie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Archie has ranked as high as #314 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Texas, Mississippi, California, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Archie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Archie (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 89 | |
CA | 85 | |
OH | 60 | |
FL | 43 | |
MN | 43 | |
NY | 40 | |
MI | 38 | |
TN | 37 | |
MO | 37 | |
PA | 35 | |
IN | 34 | |
UT | 31 | |
NC | 30 | |
GA | 29 | |
MA | 27 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 183 |
1881 | 125 |
1882 | 195 |
1883 | 166 |
1884 | 206 |
1885 | 196 |
1886 | 175 |
1887 | 184 |
1888 | 191 |
1889 | 195 |
1890 | 221 |
1891 | 201 |
1892 | 214 |
1893 | 194 |
1894 | 207 |
1895 | 212 |
1896 | 230 |
1897 | 190 |
1898 | 222 |
1899 | 177 |
1900 | 216 |
1901 | 161 |
1902 | 186 |
1903 | 192 |
1904 | 185 |
1905 | 184 |
1906 | 216 |
1907 | 250 |
1908 | 223 |
1909 | 235 |
1910 | 265 |
1911 | 272 |
1912 | 496 |
1913 | 583 |
1914 | 648 |
1915 | 794 |
1916 | 806 |
1917 | 939 |
1918 | 1,110 |
1919 | 1,020 |
1920 | 1,037 |
1921 | 979 |
1922 | 1,023 |
1923 | 939 |
1924 | 1,037 |
1925 | 917 |
1926 | 920 |
1927 | 849 |
1928 | 860 |
1929 | 732 |
1930 | 768 |
1931 | 758 |
1932 | 714 |
1933 | 660 |
1934 | 658 |
1935 | 680 |
1936 | 648 |
1937 | 648 |
1938 | 577 |
1939 | 621 |
1940 | 602 |
1941 | 657 |
1942 | 678 |
1943 | 614 |
1944 | 621 |
1945 | 544 |
1946 | 622 |
1947 | 676 |
1948 | 660 |
1949 | 630 |
1950 | 553 |
1951 | 588 |
1952 | 589 |
1953 | 593 |
1954 | 541 |
1955 | 579 |
1956 | 546 |
1957 | 551 |
1958 | 467 |
1959 | 483 |
1960 | 446 |
1961 | 397 |
1962 | 390 |
1963 | 410 |
1964 | 392 |
1965 | 309 |
1966 | 302 |
1967 | 275 |
1968 | 315 |
1969 | 319 |
1970 | 337 |
1971 | 320 |
1972 | 265 |
1973 | 230 |
1974 | 216 |
1975 | 202 |
1976 | 202 |
1977 | 187 |
1978 | 190 |
1979 | 191 |
1980 | 177 |
1981 | 167 |
1982 | 157 |
1983 | 148 |
1984 | 142 |
1985 | 134 |
1986 | 123 |
1987 | 109 |
1988 | 115 |
1989 | 104 |
1990 | 109 |
1991 | 99 |
1992 | 90 |
1993 | 73 |
1994 | 92 |
1995 | 75 |
1996 | 70 |
1997 | 58 |
1998 | 49 |
1999 | 68 |
2000 | 50 |
2001 | 54 |
2002 | 55 |
2003 | 62 |
2004 | 69 |
2005 | 64 |
2006 | 69 |
2007 | 51 |
2008 | 75 |
2009 | 87 |
2010 | 79 |
2011 | 73 |
2012 | 93 |
2013 | 83 |
2014 | 110 |
2015 | 146 |
2016 | 133 |
2017 | 161 |
2018 | 210 |
2019 | 384 |
2020 | 635 |
2021 | 784 |
2022 | 861 |
2023 | 946 |
2024 | 1,037 |