Archibald

At a Glance: Name: Archibald – Meaning: genuine and bold – Origin: Germanic (via Anglo-Norman/Old French) – Gender: primarily used for boys – Pronunciation: AHR-chuh-bawld

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Archibald traces back to Germanic roots that came into English through Anglo-Norman and Old French, and it carries the meaning genuine and bold. It's a name with real depth of history rather than something recently invented. If you want a name that sounds sturdy and traditional with a meaning you can point to, Archibald fits that bill.

Meaning & Origin of Archibald

Meaning: Genuine and bold.

Origin: Germanic (via Anglo-Norman/Old French).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Archibald

Phonetic: AHR-chuh-bawld   IPA: /ˈɑːrtʃɪbɔːld/

Popularity of Archibald

Archibald hit its high point in 1890 at #279, given to 38 babies that year, and by 2024 it had dropped to #1174 with 176 babies given the name.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Archibald mean?

Genuine and bold. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Archibald)

How do you pronounce Archibald?

Archibald is pronounced AHR-chuh-bawld (IPA: /ˈɑːrtʃɪbɔːld/).

Is Archibald a popular name right now?

Archibald peaked at #279 in 1890 and is ranked #1174 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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