Boys name · Illinois
Arthur in Illinois
Arthur was the 79th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 144 babies named Arthur that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 27,466 babies Arthur.
Popularity over time
Arthur in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 133 | 12th |
| 1926 | 589 | 20th |
| 1943 | 376 | 35th |
| 1959 | 276 | 75th |
| 1976 | 96 | 134th |
| 1992 | 67 | 216th |
| 2009 | 42 | 307th |
| 2025 | 144 | 79th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 12th in 1910 to 79th in 2025.
The most babies named Arthur in Illinois in a single year was 696, in 1924. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, Arthur reached its best rank of 3rd in North Dakota (1913). See Arthur in every state →
How popular is Arthur in Illinois?
Arthur was the 79th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 144 babies named Arthur that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 27,466 babies Arthur.
How many babies are named Arthur in Illinois?
In 2025, 144 babies were named Arthur in Illinois. The most babies named Arthur in Illinois in a single year was 696, in 1924.
What is the rank of Arthur in Illinois?
Arthur ranked 79th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1910.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.