Arthur Briley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Arthur Briley — bear king
503K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Arthur Briley is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Arthur is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Possibly from Celtic Artorius or Arturus, meaning "bear" or "bear king." The legendary King Arthur of Camelot gave this name its enduring appeal. The surname Briley: Surname Alex Briley, member of Village People Beverly Briley, American politician Briley Brothers, American spree killers David Briley (born 1964), American politician Jonathan Briley, the 9/11 "Falling Man" Martin Briley, English musician John Briley, American writer, best known for "Gandhi" (1982) Rob Briley (born 1966), American politician Briley Casanova (born 1994), American gymnast Briley Moore (born 1998), American professional football player Briley Piper (born 1980), American criminal Arthur is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 503K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Arthur reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Arthur

Meaning: bear king

Celtic

Possibly from Celtic Artorius or Arturus, meaning "bear" or "bear king." The legendary King Arthur of Camelot gave this name its enduring appeal.

Surname: Briley

English

Surname Alex Briley, member of Village People Beverly Briley, American politician Briley Brothers, American spree killers David Briley (born 1964), American politician Jonathan Briley, the 9/11 "Falling Man" Martin Briley, English musician John Briley, American writer, best known for "Gandhi" (1982) Rob Briley (born 1966), American politician Briley Casanova (born 1994), American gymnast Briley Moore (born 1998), American professional football player Briley Piper (born 1980), American criminal

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Arthur is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 44%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 10%
Ireland 8%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Arthur by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Arthur Briley

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Arthur Briley:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Arthur?
The first name Arthur originates from Celtic. Possibly from Celtic Artorius or Arturus, meaning "bear" or "bear king." The legendary King Arthur of Camelot gave this name its enduring appeal.
When was Arthur most popular?
The name Arthur reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Briley?
The surname Briley originates from English. Surname Alex Briley, member of Village People Beverly Briley, American politician Briley Brothers, American spree killers David Briley (born 1964), American politician Jonathan Briley, the 9/11 "Falling Man" Martin Briley, English musician John Briley, American writer, best known for "Gandhi" (1982) Rob Briley (born 1966), American politician Briley Casanova (born 1994), American gymnast Briley Moore (born 1998), American professional football player Briley Piper (born 1980), American criminal
What are the origins of the name Arthur Briley?
The name Arthur Briley combines two different traditions: the first name Arthur has Celtic roots, while the surname Briley originates from English.
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