Tatum vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tatum

Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#195
Total SSA Count
1,833
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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

Tatum Rank #195
Arthur Rank #105

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #195 for Tatum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tatum or Arthur more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Tatum and Arthur mean?

Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Tatum and Arthur boy or girl names?

Tatum is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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