Arthur
Meaning: Bear; noble, courageous
Origin: Celtic — possibly from the Brythonic artos (bear) or from the Roman family name Artorius
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #172
Total births: 2,303
History: Arthur surged in the 2010s as vintage names came roaring back. Arthur Phillip founded the colony of New South Wales in 1788. The name connects the oldest European-Australian history with the newest naming trends.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #19 |
| Babies named Arthur in 2025 | 227 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,303 |
| Peak year | 2024 (243 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #18 |
| Years in records | 1952–2025 (17 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 25 spots |
Frequently asked about Arthur
What does the name Arthur mean?
Arthur means “Bear; noble, courageous” from Celtic — possibly from the Brythonic artos (bear) or from the Roman family name Artorius roots.
What is the origin of the name Arthur?
Arthur has Celtic — possibly from the Brythonic artos (bear) or from the Roman family name Artorius origin. The traditional meaning is “Bear; noble, courageous”.
How popular is Arthur in Australia?
Arthur ranked #19 in Australia in 2025 — given to 227 babies that year.
When was Arthur most popular?
Arthur peaked in 2024 with 243 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Arthur a boy or girl name?
Arthur is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Arthurs in registered births are male.
Is the name Arthur rising or falling in popularity?
Arthur has risen 25 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #44 in 2020 to #19 in 2025.
How long has Arthur been recorded in Australia?
Arthur appears in birth records in Australia across 17 years — from 1952 through 2025.