All about the name ARTHOR

Meaning, origin, history.

Arthor is a unique and distinctive given name of Welsh origin. It is derived from the ancient Welsh personal name Arthur, which itself has roots in the Celtic word 'artos', meaning 'bear'. This name has been popularized by legendary figures like King Arthur of Arthurian legend, further contributing to its uniqueness and appeal.

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Welsh

Popularity of the name ARTHOR since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Arthor experienced a notable peak in popularity between 1914 and 1923, with the highest number of births recorded in 1923 (21). However, it's important to note that there were no births registered for this name from 1957 onwards until 2012, suggesting a significant gap in its usage. The name has seen a resurgence recently, with 7 births each in 2022 and 2023. Overall, the total number of births with the name Arthor over the specified period is 602.