Okay, so not to get on a newborn baby, but when I think of the name Archie, I think of either a comic book character or a surly old curmudgeon sitting in an old green chair, not royalty. I get naming a baby is a personal thing, but this kid will have that name for the rest of his life. A kid should be able to grow into a name. It’s hard to take a 35 year old Archie seriously. Here is a list of 50 names that would have been better to name the royal baby.
1. Archibald
Archibald, okay maybe I’m taking that name a little too seriously, but the kid is royalty so I can forgive such a serious name. Plus Archer, that is a respectable name for an adult and a good nickname for Archibald for when the kid is over 5.
2. Alexander
This was a favorite for this baby. It’s a good strong name. Nicknames like Alex or if they wanted to be a bit edgier Xander works well too.
3. Henry
It’s a good royal name and also rising in popularity.
4. Harrison
It’s a strong name and the boy is Harry’s son. I like this as a first name. I know it isn’t popular for royalty, but this couple is about breaking all the rules.
5. Jon
We are all rooting for the King of The North. This is a great twist on a classic name.
6. Philip
A great nod to the royal great grandfather.
7. Arthur
A popular name in the UK that evokes a time of kings and knights
8. Fredrick
Freddy is cute for a little boy and he can grow into a Fred or Fredrick. Also Fred is one of the best Weasley children in Harry Potter.
9. Theodore
Theo is a popular name and grows with age. Theodore is a bit more formal and suited for royalty.
10. Lincoln
You want to start a controversy, go big or go home. Naming one of the Royal children after an American president would have been one ballsy move.
11. Richard
Ricky, Rick, Rich, Richie, there are a number of cutesy nicknames for a Richard while he still can sound regal during official duties.
12. Liam
His uncle I’m sure would have approved.
13. Samuel
A strong, respectable name a kid can grow with.
14. James
A historic name that is also popular.
15. Jameson
A little bolder, but still a better choice than Archie.
16. Thomas
I know the Duchess of Sussex and her father are not close, but it still doesn’t mean Thomas isn’t a good name for a boy.
17. Lennon
Can’t go wrong naming a baby after one of the country’s greatest musicians.
18. Andrew
A common name might ground a royal child.
19. Nathaniel
I just always liked this name.
20. Grayson
21. Carson
22. Mason
Any of these popular names would have been just as controversial, but much easier on the ears.
23. Gabriel
An angelic name suited for a little prince.
24. Victor
A nod to Queen Victoria
25. Windsor
Hey the palace literally would have his name on it. Dibs!
26. Roman
This is my son’s name so I’m a bit biased. It’s a strong name and rising in popularity.
27. Jack
If you want to pick a nickname as a regular name, go with a good one.
28. Kingston
He may be seventh in line for the throne, but he would still be a King.
29. Aaron
An A name that sounds better than Archie
30. Armand
Another strong name if they are settled on using the letter A
31. Louis
Maybe it’s time to put an end to the British/French rivalry with an offering of peace.
32. Harry
Usually I’m not for naming your children after yourself, but Harry is a decent and very British name.
33. Tyrion
34. Jamie
35. Jorrah
36. Peter
37. Ned
38. Robert
39. Oberen
40. Theon
41. Renly
Okay, so I really, really like Game of Thrones. Plus all these names are STILL better than Archie.
42. Oliver
Ollie is still a cutesy name in the same vein as Archie, but with a Twist.
43. Charles
A nod to the baby’s grandfather.
44. Luther
A strong name that is unique.
45. Paul
46. Ringo
The other Beatles (George is already taken)
47. Ozzy
How metal would that be?
48. Benjamin
Benji is way cuter than Archie and he can grow into a Ben.
49. Julius
Why worry about being a King when you can be an Emperor.
50. Finley
Fin is a popular name and still playful.
These are just SOME of the names that would have been better than naming your child Archie. Die mad about it.
