Arthur
Arthur is a classic Celtic name, possibly derived from the Welsh word for 'bear' or the Irish 'art' meaning 'stone.' The name is most famously associated with the legendary King Arthur of Camelot and the Knights of the Round Table.
Current Popularity
#105 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Strong historical and literary significance
- •Works well across all ages from baby to adult
- •Popular in the UK and gaining traction in the US
Similar Names
Famous People
Arthur Conan Doyle
Author of Sherlock Holmes
Arthur Miller
Playwright and author
Arthur Ashe
Tennis champion and activist
Arthur C. Clarke
Science fiction writer
Statistics
544,857
Total births since 1880
1921
Peak year
Discovery
Keep exploring
Use these paths to keep browsing instead of backing out into a blank search.
Rising now
Browse trending names
See names climbing fastest right now.
Always popular
Explore timeless classics
Find names that have stayed strong for decades.
For this gender
See all-time favorites
Jump into the broadest popularity list.
Stories
Read famous-name profiles
Follow cultural stories that shaped naming trends.
Guides
Browse recent articles
Move from inspiration into editorial advice.