Arthur vs Jackson

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
Jackson Rank #35

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 vs #105 for Arthur.

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

Jackson ___

  • Jackson James
  • Jackson Lee
  • Jackson Alexander
  • Jackson Thomas
  • Jackson Michael
  • Jackson Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Arthur

Theodore Edmund Cecily Rosalind Frederick

If you choose Jackson

Mason Hunter Addison Parker Wyatt

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Jackson more popular?

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Jackson mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin).

Are Arthur and Jackson boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Jackson is primarily a boy name.

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