Macarthur
Scottish Gaelic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Macarthur
Macarthur derives from the Scottish Gaelic "Mac Arthúir," meaning "son of Arthur," where "Mac" signifies "son of" and "Arthur" likely comes from a Celtic root possibly meaning "bear" or "noble." The name is primarily used in Scottish and Irish cultures with Protestant associations, gaining prominence through Scottish clan heritage and later becoming established among English-speaking populations worldwide.
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Etymology
Macarthur derives from the Scottish Gaelic "Mac Arthúir," meaning "son of Arthur," where "Mac" signifies "son of" and "Arthur" likely comes from a Celtic root possibly meaning "bear" or "noble." The name is primarily used in Scottish and Irish cultures with Protestant associations, gaining prominence through Scottish clan heritage and later becoming established among English-speaking populations worldwide.
Macarthur currently ranks #11,489 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1942.
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