Names by culture & origin

Celtic & Welsh baby names

Boys' names

Arthur Bear — the legendary king Idris Ardent lord (Welsh); studious (Arabic)

Questions about Celtic & Welsh names

What are popular Celtic & Welsh baby names in the UK?

Arthur, Idris are Celtic & Welsh names we cover, each with its meaning and origin explained.

Are Celtic & Welsh names commonly used in England and Wales?

Yes — the UK is home to families from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, and names of Celtic & Welsh origin are in genuine use here. For official year-by-year popularity, see the ONS baby names statistics for England and Wales.

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Reviewed July 2026.