Holding steady.
Popularity of Aurthur since 1880
Babies named Aurthur per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1954, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Aurthur's real moment was 1891.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 19 |
| 1920s | 68 |
| 1930s | 60 |
| 1940s | 66 |
| 1950s | 79 |
| 1960s | 67 |
| 1970s | 23 |
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Aurthur is a historical variant spelling of Arthur, a name that has been in use since at least the 19th century. The Social Security data shows that Aurthur was first recorded in 1880 and saw its peak year in 1891, though it has never been a highly common name. The trajectory of the name has been stable, meaning it has not experienced dramatic rises or falls in usage over time. While it did not appear in the top ranks of any state in its peak decade, it reflects the enduring appeal of the Arthur legend, which has kept the standard spelling in steady use for generations.
Aurthur is a variant spelling of Arthur, a name of uncertain Celtic origin possibly derived from artos meaning 'bear.' The name Arthur entered English through the legendary King Arthur, whose historicity is debated but whose stories have been popular since the Middle Ages. The spelling Aurthur appears as a less common variant, particularly in the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Art, Arty
Sibling names for Aurthur
Names that share Aurthur's style, for a brother or sister.
