Arthor
Arthor is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Bear or noble one; derived from the Celtic elements artos (bear) and rigos (king).
Origin and history
Arthor is a rare variant spelling of Arthur, an ancient Celtic name famous from British mythology. It is uncommon in the modern United States, appearing only occasionally in annual birth records. The traditional name is often associated with King Arthur and the legend of Camelot.
Popularity in the United States
613 babies in the United States have been named Arthor since 1880. It ranks #4063 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1902.
States where it is most popular
- GA (100 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 85 |
| 1920-1930 | 154 |
| 1930-1940 | 130 |
| 1940-1950 | 113 |
| 1950-1960 | 74 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 25 |
Fun facts
- Arthor is an alternative spelling of the legendary name Arthur, which has Celtic roots related to bears.
- Fewer than 1,000 boys in U.S. recorded history since 1880 have been given the exact spelling Arthor.