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Bryce vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Bryce Rank #297
Arthur Rank #105

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #297 for Bryce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bryce or Arthur more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Bryce at #297 in the United States.

What do Bryce and Arthur mean?

Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Bryce and Arthur boy or girl names?

Bryce is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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