Lewis Ankeny McArthur (April 27, 1883 – November 8, 1951), known as "Tam" McArthur, was an executive for
Pacific Power and Light Company. He was also the secretary for the Oregon Geographic Board for many years and the author of
Oregon Geographic Names. His book, now in its seventh edition, is a comprehensive source of information on the origins and history of Oregon place names. It is a standard reference book in libraries throughout
Oregon and the
Pacific Northwest. Tam McArthur Rim in the
Cascade Mountains is named in his honor.