Arthur vs Graham

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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Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gray, Grey

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Graham Rank #129

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #129 for Graham.

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

Graham ___

  • Graham James
  • Graham William
  • Graham Henry
  • Graham Thomas
  • Graham Reid
  • Graham Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arthur

Theodore Edmund Cecily Rosalind Frederick

If you choose Graham

Elliot Nora Fiona Duncan Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Graham more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Graham mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Arthur and Graham boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.

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