Arthur Clinton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Arthur Clinton — bear king
503K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Arthur Clinton is a name combining Celtic origins, bringing together "bear king" (Arthur) with "hilltop town" (Clinton). 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 Clinton: Clinton is an English toponymic surname, indicating one's ancestors came from English places called Glympton or Glinton. Clinton has also been used as a given name since the late 19th century. Family of Bill and Hillary Clinton Roger Clinton Sr. (1908–1967), step-father of Bill Clinton Virginia Clinton (1923–1994), mother of Bill Clinton Roger Clinton Jr. (born 1956), maternal half-brother of Bill Clinton Bill Clinton (born 1946), 42nd president of the United States from 1993 to 2001, and husband of Hillary Clinton Hillary Clinton (born 1947), née Rodham, 67th U.S. 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: Clinton

Meaning: hilltop town

English

Clinton is an English toponymic surname, indicating one's ancestors came from English places called Glympton or Glinton. Clinton has also been used as a given name since the late 19th century. Family of Bill and Hillary Clinton Roger Clinton Sr. (1908–1967), step-father of Bill Clinton Virginia Clinton (1923–1994), mother of Bill Clinton Roger Clinton Jr. (born 1956), maternal half-brother of Bill Clinton Bill Clinton (born 1946), 42nd president of the United States from 1993 to 2001, and husband of Hillary Clinton Hillary Clinton (born 1947), née Rodham, 67th U.S.

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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 Clinton

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 Clinton:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Clinton?
The surname Clinton originates from English. Clinton is an English toponymic surname, indicating one's ancestors came from English places called Glympton or Glinton. Clinton has also been used as a given name since the late 19th century. Family of Bill and Hillary Clinton Roger Clinton Sr. (1908–1967), step-father of Bill Clinton Virginia Clinton (1923–1994), mother of Bill Clinton Roger Clinton Jr. (born 1956), maternal half-brother of Bill Clinton Bill Clinton (born 1946), 42nd president of the United States from 1993 to 2001, and husband of Hillary Clinton Hillary Clinton (born 1947), née Rodham, 67th U.S.
What are the origins of the name Arthur Clinton?
The name Arthur Clinton combines two different traditions: the first name Arthur has Celtic roots, while the surname Clinton originates from English.
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