Mcarthur
Mcarthur is a boy's name of Scottish origin.
Meaning
Son of Arthur.
Origin and history
Mcarthur is a Scottish Gaelic patronymic name meaning 'son of Arthur'. Its use as a given name in the United States was largely inspired by family surnames or historical figures like General Douglas MacArthur. It remains a rare given name for American boys today.
Popularity in the United States
2,275 babies in the United States have been named Mcarthur since 1880. It ranks #2714 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1914.
States where it is most popular
- GA (18.6 %)
- MS (18 %)
- AL (15.6 %)
- SC (11.4 %)
- NC (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 13 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 19 |
| 1940-1950 | 980 |
| 1950-1960 | 365 |
| 1960-1970 | 323 |
| 1970-1980 | 216 |
| 1980-1990 | 156 |
| 1990-2000 | 96 |
| 2000-2010 | 56 |
| 2010-2019 | 38 |
| 2020-2029 | 13 |
Famous people named Mcarthur
- McArthur Binion: Artist, Painter
Nicknames
Mac, Artie
Fun facts
- The name derives from the Scottish Gaelic Mac Artair, meaning son of Arthur.
- Its peak in American usage occurred around the mid-20th century, influenced by General Douglas MacArthur.