Archibald Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Archibald Name at a Glance

Name	Archibald
Meaning	True and bold, valuable. Introduced from German during the Norman Conquest, Archibald replaced an Old English form of the name in use since the 7th century.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Archibald Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Archibald means “True and bold, valuable. Introduced from German during the Norman Conquest, Archibald replaced an Old English form of the name in use since the 7th century”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Archibald Name Origin

Our database records Archibald under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Archibald a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Archibald is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Archibald

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