Historical FigurePolish1911 – 2000
Artur Szpilman
Holocaust survivor, pianist, 'The Pianist' subject
Biography
Polish-Jewish pianist and composer who survived the Holocaust and whose story was depicted in 'The Pianist' film.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
Polish
Born
1911
Died
2000
Thinking about the name
Artur
English origin
“A streamlined, international variant of Arthur found across European languages including Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish. Artur maintains the legendary Arthurian heritage while offering a more contemporary, globally-recognized form. The name works seamlessly across cultures while retaining strength and historical dignity.”