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Arthur vs Ferry

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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Ferry

Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Frisian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,658
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Ferry Rank #32,658

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Ferry more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Ferry mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin).

Are Arthur and Ferry boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Ferry is primarily a boy name.

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