Archibald etymology

Etymology

The name Archibald is derived from the Germanic name Erkenbald.

Meaning

"Genuine" or "bold ruler"

Origin

The name Erkenbald is composed of two elements:

• erk: meaning "genuine" or "true"
• bald: meaning "bold" or "ruler"

History

The name Erkenbald was common in Germanic-speaking countries during the Middle Ages. It was introduced to England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest in 1066. The name Archibald is the Anglicized form of Erkenbald.

Usage

Archibald is a popular given name in English-speaking countries. It is also used as a surname.

Famous people named Archibald

• Archibald MacLeish (poet)
• Archibald Cochrane (physician)
• Archibald Cox (lawyer)
• Archibald Craven (politician)
• Archibald Primrose, 5th Earl of Rosebery (Prime Minister of the United Kingdom)

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