Arthur [Artúr] (m)
A name of doubtful derivation, perhaps Celtic in origin, or perhaps a Roman sept name, borne by the legendary king of the Britons. The first historical record of the name occurs in the writings of St Adamnan (c. 624-704), who mentions an Irishman bearing the name. The name is used in Ireland today. In Irish legend there was an Artúur, son of Nemed, who may have been an early Arthur.