Charles Mcarthur

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Charles Mcarthur — free man
2.3 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Charles Mcarthur is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Charles is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty. The surname Mcarthur: McArthur (surname) McArthur, Arkansas, an unincorporated town in Desha County McArthur, California, in Shasta County McArthur, Modoc County, California McArthur Basin, a large intracratonic sedimentary basin in northern Australia McArthur River, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur River uranium mine, Saskatchewan, Canada McArthur River zinc mine, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur Township, Logan County, Ohio NOAAS McArthur (S 330) (formerly USC&GS McArthur) MV McArthur, a private maritime security ship in service since 2007 "McArthur" (song), by Hardy, Eric Church, Morgan Wallen and Ti. Charles is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 2.3 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Charles reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Charles

Meaning: free man

Germanic

From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty.

Surname: Mcarthur

English

McArthur (surname) McArthur, Arkansas, an unincorporated town in Desha County McArthur, California, in Shasta County McArthur, Modoc County, California McArthur Basin, a large intracratonic sedimentary basin in northern Australia McArthur River, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur River uranium mine, Saskatchewan, Canada McArthur River zinc mine, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur Township, Logan County, Ohio NOAAS McArthur (S 330) (formerly USC&GS McArthur) MV McArthur, a private maritime security ship in service since 2007 "McArthur" (song), by Hardy, Eric Church, Morgan Wallen and Ti.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Charles has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Charlie
  • Chuck
  • Carlo
  • Carlos
  • Karl
  • Karol

Notable People Named Charles Mcarthur

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 Charles Mcarthur:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Charles?
The first name Charles originates from Germanic. From the Germanic Karl, meaning "free man." Latinized as Carolus, it gave us Charlemagne and the Carolingian dynasty.
When was Charles most popular?
The name Charles reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Mcarthur?
The surname Mcarthur originates from English. McArthur (surname) McArthur, Arkansas, an unincorporated town in Desha County McArthur, California, in Shasta County McArthur, Modoc County, California McArthur Basin, a large intracratonic sedimentary basin in northern Australia McArthur River, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur River uranium mine, Saskatchewan, Canada McArthur River zinc mine, Northern Territory, Australia McArthur Township, Logan County, Ohio NOAAS McArthur (S 330) (formerly USC&GS McArthur) MV McArthur, a private maritime security ship in service since 2007 "McArthur" (song), by Hardy, Eric Church, Morgan Wallen and Ti.
What are the origins of the name Charles Mcarthur?
The name Charles Mcarthur combines two different traditions: the first name Charles has Germanic roots, while the surname Mcarthur originates from English.
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