Arthur
Arthur is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Bear, or kingly bear.
Origin and history
Arthur is traditionally a masculine name derived from Celtic roots meaning 'bear', but it has a long history of rare feminine usage in the United States. While extremely uncommon for girls today, historical records show consistent usage in the late 19th and 20th centuries. Its classic literary and historical ties give it an antique, cross-gender appeal.
Popularity in the United States
3,201 babies in the United States have been named Arthur since 1880. It ranks #3143 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2094.
States where it is most popular
- TX (28.4 %)
- NY (18.7 %)
- AL (13.2 %)
- GA (12.5 %)
- PA (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 66 |
| 1890-1900 | 82 |
| 1900-1910 | 96 |
| 1910-1920 | 334 |
| 1920-1930 | 706 |
| 1930-1940 | 545 |
| 1940-1950 | 361 |
| 1950-1960 | 312 |
| 1960-1970 | 288 |
| 1970-1980 | 203 |
| 1980-1990 | 157 |
| 1990-2000 | 39 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 7 |
Nicknames
Artie, Art
Fun facts
- Over 3,000 females in the United States have been named Arthur since official record-keeping began in 1880.
- The name is widely believed to derive from the Celtic element 'artos', meaning bear.