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

Artus is a ♂ boy’s name.

What is the origin of the name Artus?

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

What does the name Artus mean?

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

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