US Popularity:17651
Origin:Celtic
Other Origin(s):Greek, Latin, Welsh
Meaning:Bear-man, bear king; Guardian of the bear
As your cub finds their way in life, the name Arty will help them strengthen their growl and hone their sword! Arty is a name for boys that began as a nickname for Arthur. Borne by the legendary King Arthur, Arthur's etymology is not as well-known as the famous mythical hero. Arthur is said to stem from the Celtic elements *artos and *wiros, influenced by the Old Welsh arth and gur, and means "bear-man." The second element could also be *rīxs, which crowns little Arty as the "bear king." Greek and Latin also lay claim to Arthur's origins, possibly stemming from the Greek Arktoúros, meaning "guardian of the bear," or the Latin Artōrius, whose meaning is unknown. With the spirit of the bear woven throughout its many roots, Arty is a name full of vitality and strength to match your baby bear's energy.

How Popular Is The Name Arty?

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2021
#8221
in 2021
- 3173
from 1982
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Arty, September 2022

  • Behind the Name, Arthur, December 2024

  • Name Doctor, Arthur

  • WordSense Dictionary, Arty

  • WordSense Dictionary, Arthur

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, Arthur

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 341

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