Arthas

“King”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#8309US 2023

9Births / yr

↑Rising

41All-time births

📅 Since 200900

How to pronounce Arthas

AH·RTHAZ

/ˈɑ.ˈrthæz/ · stress on AH · 2 syllables

“King”

American origin · Boy name

What does Arthas mean and where does it come from?

Arthas is a relatively modern name popularized by the character Arthas Menethil from Blizzard Entertainment's video game franchise, 'Warcraft.' The character is known for his tragic fall from being a noble prince to a death knight. The name has gained a following in fan culture and is often associat

Cultural significance

Arthas has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of king.

Peak popularity

Reached #6646 in 2017 — currently #8309 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Arthas?

Arthas works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Arthas Grace

How popular is Arthas right now?

Rising fast — up 2667 spots — currently #8309 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#8309 · Top 6.1%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8309	9	▲ up 2667 · +50% births
2022	#10976	6	▼ down 2077 · -25% births
2021	#8899	8	▲ up 1352 · +14% births
2020	#10251	7	▲ up 3264 · +40% births
2015	#13515	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Arthas

Best Year2023Rank #8309

Peak Count9

Average Rank#10390

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Arthas

Arthas is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 41 total births recorded, Arthas remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13515 in 2015 to #8309 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Arthas in 2017:

Liam Noah William James Logan

Arthas by decade

Arthas peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	5
2010s ★	29
2020s	7

💎Arthas has only 41 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Arthas?

Common

Art

What names sound and feel like Arthas?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Arthas also consider these

Arthar

Scottish · bear

Arthav

Arabic · A Arabic name

Artha

India · Sanskrit

Arras

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arbas

Arabic · A Arabic name

Armas

Finnish · Finnish

Arnas

Arabic · A Arabic name

Aythan

American · firm, strong

Common questions about the name Arthas

What does the name Arthas mean?

Arthas means "King" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Arthas?

Arthas is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Arthas have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Arthas?

Arthas originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Arthas?

Arthas is a two-syllable name pronounced AA1 R T HH AE1 Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Arthas trending right now?

Arthas is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.