Name meaning & stats
Arthur
Arthur means “bear (debated)” (Celtic origin). 269,843 US babies since 1940, peak 1947. Notable Arthurs are 1.5× over-represented as professors.
What it means
“bear (debated)”
CelticDebated
In US birth records
Peak year: 1947
269,843 US babies were named Arthur between 1940 and 2025.
Where Arthurs end up
| Career | vs expected | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Politician | 1.0× | High · 48 people |
| Professor | 1.5× | High · 46 people |
| Writer | 1.4× | High · 41 people |
| Musician | 1.4× | High · 37 people |
Among notable men who are professors, Arthurs show up 1.5× as often as you'd expect from how common the name is.
Notable people born 1940–2005 in the US, UK, Canada and Australia (Wikidata). Patterns, not destiny.
One more thing…
Arthur has a surprise career: 2.3×
Spelling family
Arthur is the main spelling
- Arthur 99%
- Arther 1%
- Arthor <1%
Names that sound the same, grouped by Heyotag. Share of US babies since 1940.
Name twins (peaked around 1947)