Art Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationArt / /ɑrt/Latin; Old English
Meaning
Latin: noble; Old English: bear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Art is often derived from the Latin name Arthur, which means 'noble' or 'courageous.' In Old English, it is associated with the word for 'bear.' The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has also been used as a diminutive form of names like Arthur and Arturo.
Trend Summary
The name Art has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Artie
International Variants
- Arturo (Spanish)
- Arthur (English)
- Arto (Finnish)
Famous people named Art
Art Garfunkel is an American singer and songwriter, best known as one half of the folk-rock duo Simon & Garfunkel.
Art Spiegelman is an American cartoonist, editor, and graphic novelist, recognized for his Pulitzer Prize-winning work 'Maus.'.
Art Bell was an American broadcaster and author, famous for his late-night radio show 'Coast to Coast AM.'.
Art Rooney was an American businessman and sports executive, known as the founder of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Fictional characters named Art
Art Vandelay is a fictional character from the television series 'Seinfeld,' often referenced as a fake name by George Costanza.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Art was first seen in the United States in 1880. Art has ranked as high as #953 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Art has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Art (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 17 |
| 1882 | 14 |
| 1883 | 7 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1885 | 9 |
| 1886 | 8 |
| 1887 | 10 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 15 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 12 |
| 1897 | 11 |
| 1898 | 20 |
| 1899 | 15 |
| 1900 | 18 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 10 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 11 |
| 1908 | 16 |
| 1909 | 15 |
| 1910 | 12 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 25 |
| 1913 | 26 |
| 1914 | 28 |
| 1915 | 39 |
| 1916 | 39 |
| 1917 | 41 |
| 1918 | 46 |
| 1919 | 39 |
| 1920 | 27 |
| 1921 | 50 |
| 1922 | 53 |
| 1923 | 47 |
| 1924 | 50 |
| 1925 | 46 |
| 1926 | 50 |
| 1927 | 61 |
| 1928 | 59 |
| 1929 | 52 |
| 1930 | 60 |
| 1931 | 61 |
| 1932 | 59 |
| 1933 | 80 |
| 1934 | 74 |
| 1935 | 83 |
| 1936 | 72 |
| 1937 | 78 |
| 1938 | 86 |
| 1939 | 90 |
| 1940 | 86 |
| 1941 | 92 |
| 1942 | 117 |
| 1943 | 119 |
| 1944 | 98 |
| 1945 | 105 |
| 1946 | 127 |
| 1947 | 110 |
| 1948 | 111 |
| 1949 | 85 |
| 1950 | 61 |
| 1951 | 46 |
| 1952 | 40 |
| 1953 | 58 |
| 1954 | 51 |
| 1955 | 59 |
| 1956 | 80 |
| 1957 | 145 |
| 1958 | 174 |
| 1959 | 161 |
| 1960 | 183 |
| 1961 | 190 |
| 1962 | 145 |
| 1963 | 149 |
| 1964 | 125 |
| 1965 | 92 |
| 1966 | 85 |
| 1967 | 60 |
| 1968 | 52 |
| 1969 | 43 |
| 1970 | 48 |
| 1971 | 42 |
| 1972 | 34 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 24 |
| 1977 | 22 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 28 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 21 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 28 |