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Arthor

♂ Boy

Pronounced AR-thur /ˈɑːr.θər/Medium

Meaning: Arthor is a spelling of Arthur, a name of debated origin often linked to Celtic artos ('bear') or the Roman family name Artorius. Made legendary by King Arthur. The -or spelling is a modern variant.Low

In 30 seconds: A legendary name respelled: Arthor is a form of Arthur, likely 'bear' (said 'AR-thur').
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Origin LowCeltic, English
MeaningArthor is a spelling of Arthur, a name of debated origin often linked to Celtic artos ('bear') or the Roman family name Artorius. Made legendary by King Arthur. The -or spelling is a modern variant.
U.S. rank (2025)#10807 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1923
Total births (all-time)≈ 613

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192318962025

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

Arthor is a spelling of Arthur, a name of debated origin tied to Celtic artos ('bear') or the Roman Artorius, and made immortal by the legendary King Arthur. The -or spelling is a modern variant on a storied classic (said 'AR-thur').

The Arthor spelling is rare in the U.S., against very heavy use of Arthur. Legendary in root, modern in look.

Did you know? Arthor is a spelling of Arthur — the once and future king — a name often linked to the Celtic 'bear'; the root is debated, which we note (said 'AR-thur').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Arthor — Spelling of Arthur; Celtic 'bear'/Artorius; debated

Variations

ArthurArtherArthir

Nicknames

ArtArtie

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If you like Arthor…

Arthur— the classic name Arthor spells
Artur— a like European Arthur form
Anchor— shares the -or ending
Andor— a fellow English choice
Bryor— echoes that soft -or sound

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Arthor mean?

Arthor is a spelling of Arthur, often linked to Celtic 'bear' or the Roman Artorius; the root is debated, which we note.

How do you pronounce Arthor?

It's said AR-thur /ˈɑːr.θər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Arthor a boy or girl name?

Arthor is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Arthor?

Arthor is a rare spelling for boys in the U.S., though Arthur is common.

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