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    Archer

    AR-cher

    English
    Boy
    Meaning-based name
    Meaning
    Bowman; One who aims
    Origin
    English
    Is it in the Bible?
    No — the name Archer does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Bowman; One who aims", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Archer.
    First appears in
    Does not appear in the King James text
    Peak US usage
    1880s (0.005% of births), currently steady
    Spiritual meaning
    Archer symbolizes purposeful direction — like an arrow aimed by God, each life has a divine target and mission.
    Verses on this meaning
    • Psalm 127:4

      "As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth."

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