Arthur vs Colt

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
Colt Rank #276

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #276 for Colt.

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

Colt ___

  • Colt James
  • Colt William
  • Colt Thomas
  • Colt Lee
  • Colt Allen
  • Colt Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arthur

Theodore Edmund Cecily Rosalind Frederick

If you choose Colt

Dakota Wyatt Sawyer Tanner Sierra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Colt more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Colt at #276 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Colt mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Colt means "frisky, energetic youth" (Old English origin).

Are Arthur and Colt boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Colt is primarily a boy name.

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