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Arthas

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Pronounced AR-thus /ΛˆΙ‘r.ΞΈΙ™s/High

Meaning: An invented name from the Warcraft games, borne by Prince Arthas Menethil (the Lich King); echoes Arthur ('bear'); not a traditional name; we note the pop-culture sourceLow

In 30 seconds: An invented Warcraft name: Arthas echoes Arthur. Bold, modern, and warm.
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Origin LowAmerican
MeaningAn invented name from the Warcraft games, borne by Prince Arthas Menethil (the Lich King); echoes Arthur ('bear'); not a traditional name; we note the pop-culture source
U.S. rank (2025)#6841 β†— Rising
2025 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 75

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 201720092025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Arthas is an invented name from the Warcraft games, borne by Prince Arthas Menethil (the Lich King); it echoes Arthur ('bear'; not a traditional name; we note the pop-culture source). A bold, modern name (said 'AR-thus'; nickname Art).

In the U.S. it appears among gaming families. Rare, a-Warcraft echo, and modern.

Did you know? Arthas is an invented name from the Warcraft games, borne by Prince Arthas Menethil (the Lich King) β€” it echoes Arthur ('bear') β€” a bold, modern name (we note the pop-culture source; said 'AR-thus').
Overall data confidence 28%
References β€” Arthas β€” pop-culture source noted

Variations

ArthusArthax

Nicknames

Art

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Arthas mean?

Arthas is an invented name from Warcraft (Arthas Menethil); it echoes Arthur. We note the pop-culture source.

How do you pronounce Arthas?

It's said AR-thus /ΛˆΙ‘r.ΞΈΙ™s/ β€” two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Arthas a boy or girl name?

Arthas is a boy's name.

How popular is Arthas?

Arthas is a very rare name in the U.S.

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