Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Archer.
National Rank (2025)
#98
All-Time Peak Rank
#98 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
31,391
Unisex Distribution98.7% Boy / 1.3% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Archer Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Archer
According to SSA data, Archer achieved its highest historical rank of #98 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 3,627 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 184.5%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 59 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Archer scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+184.5% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record3,627Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
1yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
59Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:61
1890s:10
1900s:25
1910s:192
1920s:221
1930s:121
1940s:134
1950s:121
1960s:83
1970s:49
1980s:17
1990s:127
2000s:1,195
2010s:11,469
2020s:17,566
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesArc-her
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with A, a letter used by only 10.8% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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