Arthur name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning, origin, similar names and Australian ranking history.
The name Arthur
Story and style
Arthur is a historic name for boys.
As a baby name, Arthur feels established and familiar without sounding too formal. Related forms include Artur, Arturo. Nickname options include Art, Artie.
At a glance
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Origin
Arthur is commonly traced to Traditional Celtic and Welsh-associated given name. It is associated with Celtic or Welsh roots.
What style of name is Arthur?
Arthur has a historic, established feel without sounding overly formal. It sits naturally beside names like Henry, Jasper, Felix and Hugo: names that feel related in sound, style or popularity.
Nicknames and variations
Common nickname options include Art, Artie. Related forms may include Artur, Arturo.
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Arthur ranking history in Australia
Published national top-100 ranking by year
Arthur was most recently listed at 25th in 2025, keeping it comfortably inside the current top 30 for boys, and appeared in the Australian top 100 in 8 of 18 years we currently cover.
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 25th |
| 2024 | 20th |
| 2023 | 22nd |
| 2022 | 31st |
| 2021 | 35th |
| 2020 | 49th |
| 2019 | 47th |
| 2018 | 70th |
| 2017 | Not in top 100 |
| 2016 | Not in top 100 |
| 2015 | Not in top 100 |
| 2014 | Not in top 100 |
| 2013 | Not in top 100 |
| 2012 | Not in top 100 |
| 2011 | Not in top 100 |
| 2010 | Not in top 100 |
| 2009 | Not in top 100 |
| 2008 | Not in top 100 |