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Cameron vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cameron

Boy #66 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"crooked river, winding stream"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#66
Total SSA Count
4,817
Syllables
3
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

Cameron Rank #66
Arthur Rank #105

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 vs #105 for Arthur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cameron or Arthur more popular?

Cameron is more popular, ranked #66 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Cameron and Arthur mean?

Cameron means "crooked river, winding stream" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Cameron and Arthur boy or girl names?

Cameron is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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