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Arthur vs Micah

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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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Micah Rank #86

Micah is more popular, ranked #86 vs #105 for Arthur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Micah more popular?

Micah is more popular, ranked #86 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Micah mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Micah means "who is like God?" (Hebrew (Mikha) origin).

Are Arthur and Micah boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Micah is primarily a boy name.

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