Artur
Artur is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Bear, noble, or king.
Origin and history
Artur is a European variant of the name Arthur, widely used in Slavic, Germanic, Romance, and Celtic language traditions. It retains the classic etymological meaning associated with 'bear' or 'noble'. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
858 babies in the United States have been named Artur since 1880. It ranks #3819 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1798.
States where it is most popular
- CA (69.6 %)
- IL (19.4 %)
- NY (11 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 12 |
| 1970-1980 | 19 |
| 1980-1990 | 86 |
| 1990-2000 | 204 |
| 2000-2010 | 203 |
| 2010-2019 | 205 |
| 2020-2029 | 129 |
Famous people named Artur
- Artur Rubinstein: Pianist, Musician
- Artur Beterbiev: Boxer, Athlete
Nicknames
Art, Artie
Fun facts
- Artur is the standard spelling of Arthur in many languages, including Polish, Portuguese, Russian, and German.
- Like Arthur, it is historically linked to Celtic myths and the legendary King Arthur.