Origin, Meaning, And History Of Art
Typically considered a diminutive of Arthur, Art is an Irish boy’s name of Celtic origin. It is derived from the root word artos, meaning ‘bear.’ Art or Arthur can also mean ‘strong man.’
Art figuratively means ‘a champion’ and is often associated with two High Kings of Ireland, Art mac Cuinn and Art mac Lugdach. Art mac Cuinn in Irish medieval legend was a High King of Ireland and was also known as Art Óenfer which meant ‘one man’ and stood for ‘lone’, ‘solitary’, or ‘only son.’
On the other hand, Art mac Lugdach was the son of Lugaid Lámderg, and a High King of Ireland who ruled for over six years and was succeeded by his son Dui Lagdach. Art, as a nickname of Arthur, is a prominent figure in medieval literary tradition and was a legendary King of Britain. He is known for his Knights of the Round Table and was a warrior and king who fought against the Saxons in the sixth century and appears in several Welsh poems.
Although Art is the shortened version of Arthur, it can also be used as a nickname for Stewart or Stuart. While the name Art didn’t make much impact in popular culture, its lengthy version Arthur is a quite popular name and was assigned to a plethora of fictional characters.Arthur Weasleyis the head of the
Weasley family in the Harry Potter franchise. He was a wizard employed in the Ministry of Magic and the father of Ronald Weasley.Arthur Morganis a fictional character and the protagonist in the video game Red Dead Redemption 2 and was a high-ranking member of the Van der Linde gang.
Art has been a cherished name throughout the centuries. If you are bent on legendary names for your little prince, Art can suit you the best.
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Christianity
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1 word, 3 letters, 1 vowel, 2 consonants
Short and easy to pronounce
How To Pronounce Art?
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Listen to the sound of the name Art in English.
Famous People With The Name Art
- Arthur Ira “Art” GarfunkelAmerican singer, poet, and actor, best known for his partnership with Paul Simon in the folk rock duo Simon & Garfunkel
- Arthur “Art” James Donovan JrAmerican professional football player who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1968
- Arthur “Art” William Bell IIIAmerican broadcaster and author; founder and the original host of the paranormal-themed radio program Coast to Coast AM
- Arthur “Art” William Matthew CarneyAmerican actor and comedian, best known for his role in the sitcom The Honeymooners
- Arthur “Art” C. EggletonCanadian politician, who was the 59th and longest-serving mayor of Toronto
- Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan DoyleBritish writer and physician; creator of the character Sherlock Holmes
- Arthur “Art” Henry Howe Jr.American former professional baseball infielder, coach, scout, and manager, who competed in Major League Baseball
Art On The Popularity Chart
Art as a given name has never gone out of fashion in the US. See the graphs below to understand its popularity and ranking over the years.
Popularity Over Time
Art reached its peak popularity in 1989 with 35 babies per million sharing the name. Check out the graph to understand how the name fared on popularity charts over the years.
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The ranking of Art declined contrary to its popularity over the years. See the graph below to understand the trend better.
Source:Social Security AdministrationNames With Similar Sound As Art
Art rolls off the tongue. Here are some alternatives that sound similar to Art.
Popular Sibling Names For Art
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Boy Sibling Names For Art
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Arda
Ardan
Ardel
Ardell
Ardley
Ardolf
Ardolph
Ardwolf
Artagnan
Arte
Girl Sibling Names For Art
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Aaarti
Aaradhana
Aaradhaya
Aaradhya
Aarati
Aaratrika
Aaritra
Aarti
Aradhana
Aradia
Other Popular Names Beginning With A
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Names With Similar Meaning As Art
The traditional name dates back to antiquity. Here are a few more names with similar meanings to Art.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Art?
The name Art means ‘strong man’ or ‘a champion.’
2. What is the origin of the name Art?
The name Art is of Celtic origin.
3. Is there any symbolism or deeper meaning associated with the name Art?
Art as a standalone name can be associated with creative expression. As a diminutive of Arthur, it is associated with the legendary King Arthur, known for his wisdom and bravery. The name holds mystical and supernatural connotations due to its connection with the Arthurian legend and represents chivalry, nobility, and leadership.
4. What are some variations or alternative spellings of the name Art?
艺术这个名字有几个受欢迎的变化。他们include Arthur, Arthurson (English), Artur (German/Swedish/Russian/Catalan/Czech), Artturi, Arto, Arttu (Finnish), Arturo (Italian), Arturas (Lithuanian), and Artair (Scottish Gaelic).
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