Archer vs Ashton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Archer

Boy #115 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who shoots with a bow and arrow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#115
Total SSA Count
3,093
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Ashton

Boy #188 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ash tree town"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#188
Total SSA Count
1,976
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Archer Rank #115
Ashton Rank #188

Archer is more popular, ranked #115 vs #188 for Ashton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Archer or Ashton more popular?

Archer is more popular, ranked #115 compared to Ashton at #188 in the United States.

What do Archer and Ashton mean?

Archer means "one who shoots with a bow and arrow" (Old English origin). Ashton means "ash tree town" (Old English origin).

Are Archer and Ashton boy or girl names?

Archer is primarily a boy name. Ashton is primarily a boy name.

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