Archibald vs Gordon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gordon

Boy #1,090 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great fort, spacious hill"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,090
Total SSA Count
199
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Archibald Rank #1,179
Gordon Rank #1,090

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 vs #1179 for Archibald.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Archibald or Gordon more popular?

Gordon is more popular, ranked #1090 compared to Archibald at #1179 in the United States.

What do Archibald and Gordon mean?

Archibald means "genuine, bold" (Germanic origin). Gordon means "great fort, spacious hill" (Scottish Gaelic/Brittonic origin).

Are Archibald and Gordon boy or girl names?

Archibald is primarily a boy name. Gordon is primarily a boy name.

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