Artan
Albanian, "golden"
A rare but approachable choice, Artan is an intriguing possibility for those who love the nicknames Artie and Art but don’t want to use the popular Arthur.
Like many names, it has a number of possible origins, but its Albanian roots stand out to me. Derived from the word artë, it means “golden”, lending it a bright and glowing feel.
Artan might also be considered an Old Irish name, meaning “little bear” — a perfect honor for an Arthur!
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