Artemis
Artemis is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Safe, butcher, or divine huntress; etymology is uncertain.
Origin and history
Artemis is a classic name derived from ancient Greek mythology, where she was the goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and the moon. Historically rare in the United States, it has seen a notable surge in popularity during the 2020s. Today, it offers parents a strong, modern-sounding choice rooted in classical antiquity.
Popularity in the United States
3,299 babies in the United States have been named Artemis since 1880. It ranks #3098 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #890.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.9 %)
- TX (14.2 %)
- NY (9.4 %)
- FL (7.4 %)
- WA (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 38 |
| 1920-1930 | 97 |
| 1930-1940 | 18 |
| 1940-1950 | 12 |
| 1950-1960 | 10 |
| 1960-1970 | 58 |
| 1970-1980 | 46 |
| 1980-1990 | 72 |
| 1990-2000 | 72 |
| 2000-2010 | 116 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,067 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,693 |
Famous people named Artemis
- Artemis Pebdani: Actress
Nicknames
Artie, Arty
Fun facts
- NASA named its modern lunar exploration program Artemis, after Apollo's twin sister in Greek mythology.
- Linguists believe the origin of the name Artemis may predated the Greek language, possibly stemming from an ancient Anatolian root.