"gift of Artemis, devoted to Artemis"
Origin: Greek
Language: Russian
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A huntress's gift — Slavic strength from ancient Greece
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"safe, unharmed"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
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The Story of Artem
Artem is the Eastern Slavic form of Artemios, derived from the Greek goddess Artemis — whose name's meaning is debated but often interpreted as 'safe,' 'butcher,' or related to 'artemos' (safe, unharmed). Artemis was the Greek goddess of the hunt, moon, and wilderness. The name was adopted by early Christians who venerated Saint Artemios, a 4th-century martyr. Through Eastern Orthodox Christianity, the name spread throughout the Slavic world.
Artyom (the full Russian form) has been one of Russia and Ukraine's most popular male names for decades, consistently in the top 10. The shortened Artem is common in Ukraine and increasingly used in Russia. Ukrainian gymnast Artem Dolgopyat brought international visibility to the name.
In Russian and Ukrainian culture, Artyom/Artem is a classic, masculine name with no diminutive stigma — it's equally at home in childhood and adulthood. The name carries the athletic associations of Artemis (hunting, strength) alongside Orthodox Christian heritage.
Historical Record
Artem first appeared in US Social Security records in 1993.
Over 1,048 babies have been named Artem in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Artem is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #2,174 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Artyom is consistently one of Russia's top 5 most popular baby names for boys
- Saint Artemios was a Roman military general martyred in 363 CE, now venerated in the Orthodox Church
- Israeli gymnast Artem Dolgopyat (born in Ukraine) won Olympic gold at the Tokyo 2020 Games
Artem in Other Languages
Greek
Άρτεμης
English
Artem/Artemios
Russian
Артём
Bulgarian
Артем
Ukrainian
Артем
Popularity Over Time
#2,174
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Artem
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Artem Dolgopyat
Athlete
1997
Israeli gymnast born in Ukraine who won the gold medal in floor exercise at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
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Artem Lobov
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1987
Russian professional MMA fighter and close friend of Conor McGregor
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,174
- Total SSA Count
- 67
- Cultural Origins
- Russian Ukrainian Greek Bulgarian Georgian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Tyoma
Art
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Frequently Asked Questions About Artem
What does the name Artem mean?
"gift of Artemis, devoted to Artemis" (from Greek). "safe, unharmed" (from Greek). Artem is the Eastern Slavic form of Artemios, derived from the Greek goddess Artemis — whose name's meaning is debated but often interpreted as 'safe,' 'butcher,' or related to 'artemos' (safe, unharmed). Artemis was the Greek goddess of the hunt, moon, and wilderness. The name was adopted by early Christians who venerated Saint Artemios, a 4th-century martyr. Through Eastern Orthodox Christianity, the name spread throughout the Slavic world.
What is the origin of the name Artem?
Artem has Greek, Russian, Ukrainian, Bulgarian, and Georgian origins. In Greek, it means "gift of Artemis, devoted to Artemis". In Greek, it means "safe, unharmed".
Is Artem a boy or girl name?
Artem is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Artem?
Artem is currently ranked #2174 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Artem?
Common nicknames for Artem include Tyoma and Art.
What are good middle names for Artem?
Popular middle name pairings include Artem Alexander, Artem Nikolai, Artem Dmitri, Artem Mikhail, Artem Sergei, and Artem Viktor.
What are good sibling names for Artem?
Names that pair well with Artem as siblings include Dmitri, Nikita, Anastasia, Natasha, Ivan, and Katya.
How many syllables does Artem have?
Artem has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Artem a common or rare name?
Artem is an uncommon name, ranked #2174 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Artem
Artem is a boy name with Russian, Ukrainian, Greek, Bulgarian, and Georgian origins . The name means "gift of Artemis, devoted to Artemis" in Greek .
Artem is currently ranked #2,174 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Artem has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Artem include Tyoma and Art. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Artem include Artemis, Artemio . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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