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Ferry vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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

Ferry Rank #32,658
Arthur Rank #105

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferry or Arthur more popular?

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

What do Ferry and Arthur mean?

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

Are Ferry and Arthur boy or girl names?

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

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