Arthur: name meaning and origin
Arthur is a Celtic name meaning "bear; strong as a bear". It has 2 syllables, stressed on Ar, and is traditionally a boy's name.
Middle names that flow with Arthur
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- Arthur Beau handsome
- Arthur Dev divine
- Arthur Finn fair, white
- Arthur George farmer, earth-worker
- Arthur Jack God is gracious (from John)
- Arthur James supplanter (from Jacob)
- Arthur Kai sea
- Arthur Leif heir, descendant
Sibling names for Arthur
- Arthur & Charlie Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Arthur & Charlotte Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Arthur & Edith Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Arthur & Emery Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Arthur & Frances Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Arthur & Gabriel Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Arthur & Harvey Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
- Arthur & Kenji Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
Names with a similar meaning
Questions about Arthur
What does the name Arthur mean?
Arthur is a Celtic name meaning "bear; strong as a bear".
How many syllables are in Arthur?
Arthur has 2 syllables (Ar-thur), with the stress usually on "Ar".
Is Arthur a boy's or girl's name?
Arthur is traditionally a boy's name.