Bex vs Artemus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bex

Boy #5,444 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to bind, captivate (from Rebecca root)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,444
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Artemus

Boy #5,370 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"safe, uninjured"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,370
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Bex Rank #5,444
Artemus Rank #5,370

Artemus is more popular, ranked #5370 vs #5444 for Bex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bex or Artemus more popular?

Artemus is more popular, ranked #5370 compared to Bex at #5444 in the United States.

What do Bex and Artemus mean?

Bex means "to bind, captivate (from Rebecca root)" (Hebrew origin). Artemus means "safe, uninjured" (Greek origin).

Are Bex and Artemus boy or girl names?

Bex is primarily a boy name. Artemus is primarily a boy name.

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