Artemis
Artemis is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Of uncertain ultimate origin; traditional associations include 'safe', 'unharmed', or 'butcher'.
Origin and history
Artemis is a classic Greek name traditionally associated with the ancient goddess of the hunt, nature, and the moon. Though historically feminine, it has seen increasing use for boys in the United States in recent years. Its usage has risen noticeably in the 2020s, offering a bold mythological option for parents.
Popularity in the United States
847 babies in the United States have been named Artemis since 1880. It ranks #3830 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1361.
States where it is most popular
- TX (24.9 %)
- CA (23 %)
- NY (9.4 %)
- FL (7.9 %)
- MI (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 11 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 35 |
| 2010-2019 | 218 |
| 2020-2029 | 583 |
Famous people named Artemis
- Artemis Fowl: Fictional character
Fun facts
- In ancient Greek religion and myth, Artemis was the Olympian goddess of the wilderness, wild animals, and the moon.
- While historically female, Artemis has experienced a contemporary rise as a gender-neutral name in the United States, with a majority of its total male usage occurring since 2020.