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Archibold

♂ Boy

Pronounced AR-chih-bold /ˈɑr.tʃɪ.boʊld/High

Meaning: A spelling of Archibald — from the Germanic ercan, 'genuine/precious', + bald, 'bold/brave', hence 'genuinely bold; truly brave'Low

In 30 seconds: Genuine; bold; truly brave: Archibold spells Archibald. Crisp, classic, and warm.

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Origin LowGermanic

MeaningA spelling of Archibald — from the Germanic ercan, 'genuine/precious', + bald, 'bold/brave', hence 'genuinely bold; truly brave'

U.S. rank (2024)#9011

2024 U.S. births8 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 8

History & Origin

Archibold is a spelling of Archibald — from the Germanic ercan, 'genuine/precious', + bald, 'bold/brave', hence 'genuinely bold; truly brave'. A crisp, classic name (said 'AR-chih-bold').

In the U.S. and West Africa it appears as a spelling of Archibald. Rare in this form, genuinely-bold at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Archibald joins the Germanic ercan, 'genuine', and bald, 'bold', hence 'genuinely bold; truly brave' — Archibold is a spelling, crisp and classic (said 'AR-chih-bold').

Overall data confidence 38%

References — Archibald — Germanic etymology

Variations

ArchibaldArchboldArchie

Nicknames

Archie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Archibold mean?

Archibold spells Archibald — Germanic 'genuinely bold; truly brave' (ercan + bald).

How do you pronounce Archibold?

It's said AR-chih-bold /r.t.bold/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Archibold a boy or girl name?

Archibold is a boy's name.

How popular is Archibold?

Archibold is a very rare name in the U.S.