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Newland Archer
Protagonist of 'The Age of Innocence' by Edith Wharton
Biography
The protagonist of Edith Wharton's novel 'The Age of Innocence,' a wealthy New York lawyer navigating society's constraints in the 1870s.
Quick Facts
Category
Fictional Character
Nationality
American
Appears In
The Age of Innocence
Thinking about the name
Newland
English origin
“Composed of Old English elements meaning 'new land,' Newland evokes pioneer spirit and the promise of untamed frontiers. As a surname transformed into a given name, it carries American frontier heritage and suggests adventure, exploration, and fresh possibilities. The name feels rooted yet forward-looking.”