Macarthur Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Macarthur has its roots in Scottish Gaelic, meaning 'son of Arthur.' It has evolved through forms like Mac Artair. The name carries connotations of strength and leadership and has biblical relevance. It became popular due to notable figures in history.
The name Macarthur is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Macarthur has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Macarthur' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1851st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2143rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2433rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4664th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6445th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6884th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Macarthur' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Macarthur"
Pronunciation
/məˈkɑːrθər/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
The surname Macarthur is derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Artair,' meaning 'son of Arthur.' The name Arthur itself is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Celtic elements meaning 'bear' or 'stone.'
Meaning
son of Arthur
Language Evolution
Mac Artair, Macarthur
Historical Usage
The surname Macarthur gained popularity in Scotland, particularly in the Highlands, and has been borne by several notable figures, notably General Douglas MacArthur in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Mac Artair, MacArthur, Arthurson
Modern Popularity & Image
Macarthur is perceived as a strong and traditional name, often associated with leadership and military prowess due to the fame of General Douglas MacArthur.
Famous People
Douglas MacArthur, John Macarthur (Australian pastoralist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Macarthur"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Macarthur"
"Macarthur" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1851st of 6773 | 280 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2143rd of 7552 | 273 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2433rd of 10718 | 252 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4664th of 16616 | 160 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6445th of 24088 | 179 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6884th of 23106 | 141 |
Regional Popularity of "Macarthur" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
42.12% 991st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Macarthur" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Macarthur"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Macarthur" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.