Ken McArthur
South African long-distance runner
1882 — 1960
Quick Facts
Profession
South African long-distance runner
Born
February 10, 1882
Died
1960 (age ~78)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
police officer, athletics competitor
South AfricaBorn in DervockDied in Potchefstroom
1882
Born in Dervock (1882-02-10)
1960
Died in Potchefstroom
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ken McArthur?+
Ken McArthur is South African long-distance runner. Born in 1882.
What does the name Ken mean?+
The name Ken means "A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.". It is of English origin.
When was Ken McArthur born?+
Ken McArthur was born on February 10, 1882.
When did Ken McArthur die?+
Ken McArthur died in 1960, at approximately 78 years of age.
Name Meaning
A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.
The name Ken is of English origin, meaning "A diminutive of the male given name Kenneth.. Etymology: Borrowed from Ken, Kenneth in modern times. Also a rare variant of Kents, a short form of Innocentius.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Ken — February 10, 1882
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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