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Arthur vs Aiden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Aiden

Boy #47 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little fire; born of fire"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#47
Total SSA Count
6,243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Aiden Rank #47

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 vs #105 for Arthur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Aiden more popular?

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Aiden mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Aiden means "Little fire; born of fire" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Arthur and Aiden boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Aiden is primarily a boy name.

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