Arthur Harvey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Arthur Harvey — bear king
503K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Arthur Harvey 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 Harvey: Aaron Harvey (born 1980), American film director and writer Abner McGehee Harvey (1911–1998), American physician, educator and historian Adam Harvey (born 1974), Australian country music singer Adam Harvey (artist), American artist and researcher in Berlin Adam Paul Harvey (born 1984), English actor Aiden J. Harvey (born 1952), English comedian and impersonator Alan Harvey (born 1942), Canadian soccer player Albert Harvey (1843–1912), Scottish merchant and rugby union footballer Albert W. 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: Harvey

Scottish

Aaron Harvey (born 1980), American film director and writer Abner McGehee Harvey (1911–1998), American physician, educator and historian Adam Harvey (born 1974), Australian country music singer Adam Harvey (artist), American artist and researcher in Berlin Adam Paul Harvey (born 1984), English actor Aiden J. Harvey (born 1952), English comedian and impersonator Alan Harvey (born 1942), Canadian soccer player Albert Harvey (1843–1912), Scottish merchant and rugby union footballer Albert W.

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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 Harvey

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 Harvey:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

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

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 Harvey?
The surname Harvey originates from Scottish. Aaron Harvey (born 1980), American film director and writer Abner McGehee Harvey (1911–1998), American physician, educator and historian Adam Harvey (born 1974), Australian country music singer Adam Harvey (artist), American artist and researcher in Berlin Adam Paul Harvey (born 1984), English actor Aiden J. Harvey (born 1952), English comedian and impersonator Alan Harvey (born 1942), Canadian soccer player Albert Harvey (1843–1912), Scottish merchant and rugby union footballer Albert W.
What are the origins of the name Arthur Harvey?
The name Arthur Harvey combines two different traditions: the first name Arthur has Celtic roots, while the surname Harvey originates from Scottish.
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