William vs Archer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #10
Total SSA Count: 10,596
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

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Luke Zachary Everett Josiah

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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

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Jeremy Greyson Maxwell Knox

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Popularity Comparison

William Rank #10

Archer Rank #115

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #115 for Archer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Archer more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Archer at #115 in the United States.

What do William and Archer mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Archer means "one who shoots with a bow and arrow" (Old English origin).

Are William and Archer boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Archer is primarily a boy name.

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