NAME PROFILE
Archibald
Archibald is a classic name of Germanic origin meaning 'genuine' or 'bold.' It conveys a sense of strength and integrity, often associated with leadership and nobility. Those named Archibald are often seen as confident and charismatic, able to inspire those around them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,985 |
| Gender | Male (23% / 77%) |
| Peak year | 2025 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 36%PA — 27%CA — 16%MA — 11%OH — 11%
Notable People
Archibald Alexander (American theologian) · Archibald Wavell (British military leader) · Archibald MacLeish (American poet and writer) · Archibald Cox (American lawyer and Watergate special prosecutor) · Archibald Leach (better known as Cary Grant, British-American actor)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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