Fletcher: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced FLECH-er · 2 syllables
Fletcher means “arrow-maker”, from English.
English occupational surname from the noun fletcher (“arrow-maker”). Sometimes confused with Flesher.
- Meaning
- arrow-maker
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- FLECH-er
- US rank (2025)
- #545
- US babies a year
- about 480 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising
How popular is Fletcher?
Fletcher was the #545 name in the US in 2025, given to 561 babies. It’s rising: up 56% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #545 |
| England & Wales | #308 |
| Scotland | #305 |
| Australia | #87 |
How old are people named Fletcher?
Half of US adults named Fletcher are older than 42; most are between 19 and 84. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Fletcher
What does the name Fletcher mean?
Fletcher means “arrow-maker”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Fletcher?
Fletcher is pronounced FLECH-er.
How popular is the name Fletcher?
Fletcher was the #545 name in the US in 2025, given to 561 babies. It’s rising: up 56% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Fletcher?
Half of US adults named Fletcher are older than 42. Most are between 19 and 84.