Origin of the name Fletcher:
Transferred use of the surname derived from the Old French flechier (arrow maker), which is from the root flech (an arrow). The name originated in the beginning of the 13th century as an occupational name for a maker or seller of arrows.
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Fletcher Christian, British seaman who seized command of the HMS Bounty.
Fletcher Pratt, American science fiction and fantasy writer.
Fletcher Jones, Australian clothing manufacturer and retailer.
Fletcher Sibthorp, British artist.
Fletcher Webster, American Civil war commander.- Fletcher in song, story & screen: | Edit
"Fletch" - 1980s movie with Chevy Chase, based on the mystery novels by Gregory Mcdonald.
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Global Popularity of the Name Fletcher
- #385 in Scotland
- #994 in United States
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