Finley vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Finley

Boy #290 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"fair-haired hero; white warrior"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#290
Total SSA Count
1,153
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Finley Rank #290
Arthur Rank #105

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #290 for Finley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Finley or Arthur more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Finley at #290 in the United States.

What do Finley and Arthur mean?

Finley means "fair-haired hero; white warrior" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Finley and Arthur boy or girl names?

Finley is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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