Arch
Arch: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Arch
- A diminutive of the male given names Archibald and Archie.
Etymology
Clipping of Archibald or Archie.
How popular is Arch?
Since 1880, 2,572 boys in the U.S. have been named Arch. Its highest rank for boys was #199 in 1880. In 2025, 46 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Arch
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Arch
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Arch FAQ
What does the name Arch mean?
A diminutive of the male given names Archibald and Archie. Clipping of Archibald or Archie.
How popular is the name Arch?
Since 1880, 2,572 boys in the U.S. have been named Arch. Its highest rank for boys was #199 in 1880. In 2025, 46 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Arch a boy or girl name?
Arch is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,572 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.