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Arch vs Quill

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arch

Boy #3,224 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"truly brave, genuinely bold"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,224
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Quill

Boy #3,125 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"writing feather, quill pen"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Modern

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,125
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arch Rank #3,224
Quill Rank #3,125

Quill is more popular, ranked #3125 vs #3224 for Arch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arch or Quill more popular?

Quill is more popular, ranked #3125 compared to Arch at #3224 in the United States.

What do Arch and Quill mean?

Arch means "truly brave, genuinely bold" (Germanic origin). Quill means "writing feather, quill pen" (Middle English origin).

Are Arch and Quill boy or girl names?

Arch is primarily a boy name. Quill is primarily a boy name.

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