Name Artur Origin, meaning, pronunciation & popularity of the name Artur

Artur is a ♂ boy’s name.

What is the origin of the name Artur?

The name Artur derived from the name Artus, which is of several origins. It could be derived from the Roman surname Artorius or from Latin Arcturus or Greek Arktouros (Ἀρκτοῦρος). Artur could also be of Celtic or Nordic origin (originally Arnthor (Arnþórr)).

What does the name Artur mean?

Artur means “bear” (from Proto-Celtic “*artos”). Artur is as well a combination of “eagle” (from Old Norse “ari/ǫrn”) and “Thor” (the God of Thunder). Besides, Artur means “guardian of the bear” (from ancient Greek “árktos/ᾰ̓́ρκτος” = bear + “oûros/οὖρος” = guardian).

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