Arthur vs Karter

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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Karter

Boy #248 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who transports goods by cart"

Origin: Old English occupational

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#248
Total SSA Count
1,425
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Karter Rank #248

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #248 for Karter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Karter more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Karter at #248 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Karter mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Karter means "one who transports goods by cart" (Old English occupational origin).

Are Arthur and Karter boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Karter is primarily a boy name.

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