Arthur is a name of ancient British origin, derived from the name 'Arturius,' which itself comes from the Welsh 'Arthus.' It was borne by King Arthur of legendary Camelot fame, leading to its enduring popularity. Arthur's peak of popularity occurred in the late 19th and early 20th centuries but has since seen resurgence.
The name Arthur had a consistent popularity throughout the years from 1923 to 1946, with birth counts ranging from 5 to 7 annually, except for the missing data points of 1925, 1927, 1929 to 1936, and 1939. The total number of births recorded with the name Arthur during this period is 47.