Arthur
bear or noble (Celtic/Romanian-British origin)
Arthur is a english / other boy name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 244, with 30,377 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
bear or noble (Celtic/Romanian-British origin)
Arthur is a classic Celtic and English name deeply embedded in Western folklore through King Arthur. In the Philippines, it gained widespread use during the American colonial era and remains a familiar, respectable traditional name across generations.
Arthur derives from Romano-British or Celtic roots, traditionally linked to the Celtic word for 'bear' (*artos*) or the Roman family name Artorius. In the Philippines, it became established primarily through American rule and Western literature.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to 'Art' or 'Arty', and occasionally given traditional local nicknames like 'Turing' in older generations. Often used as a standalone first name or paired in compound names.
Related forms
- Arturo Spanish
- Arthur French
- Arturo Italian
- Artur Portuguese
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Arthur with common surname pairs
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How do I use Arthur with two Filipino surnames?
Arthur is the given name. The full name is Arthur + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Arthur a common boy name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Arthur is number 244, with 30,377 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.