artie
|ar-tie|
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/ˈɑrti/
🇬🇧
/ˈɑːti/
diminutive of Arthur
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Artie' originates from English, specifically the name 'Arthur', where the element 'arth' (from Welsh) meant 'bear' (from Proto-Celtic '*artos').
Historical Evolution
'Artie' changed from Welsh 'Arthwr' to Middle English 'Arthur' and eventually became the modern English diminutive 'Artie'.
Meaning Changes
Initially the root meant 'bear', but over time it evolved into a personal name and then into the familiar diminutive form 'Artie'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a diminutive or affectionate form of the male given name 'Arthur'; used as a given name or nickname.
artie introduced himself to the neighbors.
Synonyms
ArtArthur
Last updated: 2025/10/23 23:42