Arch vs Nicodemus

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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Popularity Comparison

Arch Rank #3,224
Nicodemus Rank #3,331

Arch is more popular, ranked #3224 vs #3331 for Nicodemus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arch ___

  • Arch James
  • Arch William
  • Arch Henry
  • Arch George
  • Arch Thomas
  • Arch Edward

Nicodemus ___

  • Nicodemus James
  • Nicodemus John
  • Nicodemus William
  • Nicodemus Thomas
  • Nicodemus Alexander
  • Nicodemus Paul

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Arch

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If you choose Nicodemus

Bartholomew Thaddeus Cornelius Sebastian Magdalene

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arch or Nicodemus more popular?

Arch is more popular, ranked #3224 compared to Nicodemus at #3331 in the United States.

What do Arch and Nicodemus mean?

Arch means "truly brave, genuinely bold" (Germanic origin). Nicodemus means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Arch and Nicodemus boy or girl names?

Arch is primarily a boy name. Nicodemus is primarily a boy name.

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