Mcarthur Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mcarthur is a name of Scottish Gaelic origin, meaning 'son of Arthur', which has Celtic roots. It has evolved from 'Mac Artair' to its modern forms. The name is associated with strength and leadership, has historical ties to Scottish clans, and does not have a biblical background. It remains a traditional name with a strong cultural identity.
The name Mcarthur 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, Mcarthur has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Mcarthur' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6241st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1018th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1182nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1832nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3854th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9737th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13385th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Mcarthur' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mcarthur"
Pronunciation
/məkˈɑːrθər/
Origin
Scottish Gaelic
Etymology
The name Mcarthur derives from the Gaelic name 'Mac Artair', which means 'son of Arthur'. The name Arthur itself is believed to have Celtic roots, possibly meaning 'bear' or 'noble'.
Meaning
son of Arthur
Language Evolution
Mac Artair, MacArthur
Historical Usage
The name Mcarthur has been used since medieval times in Scotland, gaining popularity as a surname and later as a given name. It has been associated with various clans, notably the Clan Arthur.
Variants & Derivatives
MacArthur, McArthur, Arthur
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mcarthur is perceived as a traditional and strong name, often associated with leadership and heritage. It remains popular in Scottish communities and among those with Scottish ancestry.
Famous People
Arthur MacArthur Jr., a United States Army general, MacArthur Park, a well-known song by Jimmy Webb
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mcarthur"
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 "Mcarthur"
"Mcarthur" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6241st of 7545 | 13 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1018th of 6773 | 751 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1182nd of 7552 | 780 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1832nd of 10718 | 390 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3854th of 16616 | 213 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9737th of 24088 | 90 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13385th of 23106 | 38 |
Regional Popularity of "Mcarthur" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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23.84% 561st/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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27.62% 788th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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44.37% 1561st/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Mcarthur" 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 "Mcarthur"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mcarthur" 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.