Arthur vs Ayling

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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
Nicknames
Art, Artie

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Ayling Rank #24,558

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #24558 for Ayling.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Arthur ___

  • Arthur James
  • Arthur William
  • Arthur Henry
  • Arthur Frederick
  • Arthur George
  • Arthur Edmund

Ayling ___

  • Ayling Rose
  • Ayling Grace
  • Ayling Ann
  • Ayling May
  • Ayling Jane
  • Ayling Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arthur

Theodore Edmund Cecily Rosalind Frederick

If you choose Ayling

Ainsley Hadley Bailey Aspen Hazel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Ayling more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Ayling at #24558 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Ayling mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Ayling means "son of the noble one" (Old English origin).

Are Arthur and Ayling boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Ayling is primarily a girl name.

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