Arthur
Arthur is the name of the king at the centre of Arthurian legend. Its linguistic origin and meaning are uncertain. Proposed explanations involve Celtic elements or the Roman family name Artorius. The reference does not treat either proposed derivation as settled.
- Meaning
- A single literal meaning has not been established. See the name-history notes above.
- Pronunciation
- American English: /ˈɑɹ.θəɹ/
Sources and meaning notes
The reference explicitly describes the meaning as unknown. A disputed derivation is not converted into a definite origin label.
- Behind the Name: Arthur Name history, usage and the pronunciation specified in this entry
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