Arthus
Latin · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Arthus
The name 'Arthus' is a variant of 'Arthur', meaning "bear" or "bear-like," derived from the Celtic root *artos* ("bear") combined with the suffix *-ur* ("man").
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Etymology
The name 'Arthus' is a variant of 'Arthur', meaning "bear" or "bear-like," derived from the Celtic root *artos* ("bear") combined with the suffix *-ur* ("man"). It is primarily used in French and English cultures, often associated with the legendary King Arthur of medieval British mythology, though it lacks direct religious ties.
Arthus currently ranks #4,216 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1918.
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