Artie
Artie is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Bear, bear-king, or noble.
Origin and history
Artie originated as a diminutive of Arthur, which is derived from the Celtic root elements meaning 'bear' or 'bear-king'. Historically used as a standalone given name in the United States, it reached its peak popularity in the early to mid-20th century. Today, it remains a rare, vintage choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
4,417 babies in the United States have been named Artie since 1880. It ranks #1866 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1860.
States where it is most popular
- TX (34.3 %)
- NY (14.7 %)
- CA (10.9 %)
- GA (7.2 %)
- AR (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 94 |
| 1890-1900 | 128 |
| 1900-1910 | 158 |
| 1910-1920 | 352 |
| 1920-1930 | 520 |
| 1930-1940 | 397 |
| 1940-1950 | 575 |
| 1950-1960 | 762 |
| 1960-1970 | 571 |
| 1970-1980 | 318 |
| 1980-1990 | 212 |
| 1990-2000 | 133 |
| 2000-2010 | 69 |
| 2010-2019 | 61 |
| 2020-2029 | 67 |
Famous people named Artie
- Artie Shaw: Musician, Bandleader
- Artie Lange: Comedian, Actor
Fun facts
- Like many diminutives ending in '-ie', Artie was frequently registered as a legal standalone name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
- As a diminutive of Arthur, the name shares legendary ties to the folklore of King Arthur.