Name comparison · boy names
Archer vs. Arthur
In 2025, Arthur leads at #87 among U.S. boys' names, with Archer at #98. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Archer | Arthur |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Comeback |
| 2025 rank | #98 | #87 |
| Babies in 2025 | 3,627 | 3,847 |
| All-time peak | #98 in 2025 | #14 in 1880 |
| Uniqueness score | 19 / 100 | 18 / 100 |
| Strongest state | South Dakota (#26) | Vermont (#21) |