Archie

Boy's name

Archie is a diminutive of the name Archibald, which is of Old English origin meaning "genuine" or "bold."

Meaning Genuine, bold
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 1,037 Rising
Peak year 1918

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Archie Manning - NFL quarterback, father of Peyton and Eli.
  • Archie Andrews - Fictional character from Archie Comics.
  • Archie Panjabi - Actress known for "The Good Wife."
  • Archie Griffin - College football player, two-time Heisman Trophy winner.
  • Archie Moore - Boxer, former light heavyweight world champion.
  • Archie Kao - Actor known for "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation."
  • Archie Shepp - Jazz saxophonist and composer.
  • Archie Hahn - Olympic sprinter, won three gold medals in 1904.
  • Archie Bunker - Fictional character from TV show "All in the Family."
  • Archie Mountbatten-Windsor - Son of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

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