Arthur Diamond

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Arthur Diamond — bear king
503K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Arthur Diamond 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 Diamond: Aisling Diamond (living), Irish camogie player Alex Diamond (born 1967), German visual artist, pseudonym of Jörg Heikhaus Amy Diamond (born 1992), British-Swedish pop artist Ana Diamond (born 1995), British civil rights activist and unionist politician Andrew Diamond (born 1969), stage name for American reggae artist Andrew Seidel Ann Diamond (living), Canadian poet Ann Diamond (midwife) (c. 1831–1881), New Zealand hotel-keeper, storekeeper, midwife Anne Diamond (born 1954), British journalist and broadcaster Arthur Diamond (c. 1844–1906), Australian businessperson and politician Artie Diamond. 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: Diamond

Irish

Aisling Diamond (living), Irish camogie player Alex Diamond (born 1967), German visual artist, pseudonym of Jörg Heikhaus Amy Diamond (born 1992), British-Swedish pop artist Ana Diamond (born 1995), British civil rights activist and unionist politician Andrew Diamond (born 1969), stage name for American reggae artist Andrew Seidel Ann Diamond (living), Canadian poet Ann Diamond (midwife) (c. 1831–1881), New Zealand hotel-keeper, storekeeper, midwife Anne Diamond (born 1954), British journalist and broadcaster Arthur Diamond (c. 1844–1906), Australian businessperson and politician Artie Diamond.

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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 Diamond

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 Diamond:

11
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

9
Personality Number

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

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 Diamond?
The surname Diamond originates from Irish. Aisling Diamond (living), Irish camogie player Alex Diamond (born 1967), German visual artist, pseudonym of Jörg Heikhaus Amy Diamond (born 1992), British-Swedish pop artist Ana Diamond (born 1995), British civil rights activist and unionist politician Andrew Diamond (born 1969), stage name for American reggae artist Andrew Seidel Ann Diamond (living), Canadian poet Ann Diamond (midwife) (c. 1831–1881), New Zealand hotel-keeper, storekeeper, midwife Anne Diamond (born 1954), British journalist and broadcaster Arthur Diamond (c. 1844–1906), Australian businessperson and politician Artie Diamond.
What are the origins of the name Arthur Diamond?
The name Arthur Diamond combines two different traditions: the first name Arthur has Celtic roots, while the surname Diamond originates from Irish.
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