Save Type Surname (from occupation) Usage English Pronounced Pron. /ˈɑɹ.t͡ʃəɹ/ [key·simplify] Meaning & History Occupational name for one who practiced archery, from Latin arcus "bow" (via Old French). Related NamesDetails Given Name DescendantArcher(English) Categories English nouns, Family Affair characters, warrior, weapons, word names