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There are approximately 4,755 people named Archibald in the UK. That makes it the 2,208th most common surname overall. Out of every million people in the UK, approximately 75 are named Archibald.

Region of origin

British Isles

Country of origin

Scotland

Language of origin

Gaelic

Religion of origin

Christian

Classification

Celtic
From given name or forename

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The Archibald surname in historical dictionaries

An Etymological Dictionary of Family and Christian Names (1857)

(origin: German.) The same as Erchenbald, a powerful, bold, and speedy learner or observer. In the Gaelic this name is called Gillespie--a favorite name with the Scotch.

Arthur, William (1857) An Etymological Dictionary of Family and Christian Names. New York: Sheldon, Blakeman. Public Domain.

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