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Name Origin

A short form of the given name Arthur, which has origins in Celtic mythology. It traditionally means 'bear-king' or 'noble warrior'. Art, as a standalone name, emphasizes creativity and artistic expression.

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Famous People

Art Spiegelman (1948-)

Cartoonist, Author

Pulitzer Prize for his graphic novel Maus

Art Garfunkel (1941-)

Singer-songwriter

Half of the folk duo Simon & Garfunkel, successful solo career

Similar Names

Arthur Artur Arturo Arte Hart

Sibling Names

Muse

A muse is a source of inspiration for artists, creating a poetic and complementary pairing with Art.