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Mason vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
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

Mason Rank #42
Arthur Rank #105

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #105 for Arthur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mason or Arthur more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Mason and Arthur mean?

Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Mason and Arthur boy or girl names?

Mason is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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