Artemis

Girl Name #1,024 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

The moon goddess of the hunt — fierce, free, and divine

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Meaning & Origin

"safe, unharmed"

Origin: Greek

Language: Greek

"goddess of the hunt and moon"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Language: Greek

The Story of Artemis

Artemis is the name of the ancient Greek goddess of the hunt, the moon, wilderness, and childbirth — twin sister to Apollo and daughter of Zeus and Leto. The etymology is debated: some scholars link it to the Greek artemes meaning safe and unharmed, while others suggest pre-Greek origins. As one of the Twelve Olympians, Artemis was among the most widely worshipped deities in the ancient world, with her great temple at Ephesus being one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Artemis has been rising sharply since the 2010s, driven by the mythological naming trend and by NASA's Artemis program to return humans to the Moon. The name appeals to parents who want a strong, divine feminine name with unambiguous depth.

In ancient Greece, Artemis was a goddess of enormous importance, protector of young women, patroness of hunters, and goddess of the moon. Her Roman equivalent was Diana. The name carries centuries of association with independence, strength, and the natural world.

Fun Facts

The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
NASA named its Artemis program after her as the twin sister of Apollo, to bring humanity back to the Moon

Artemis in Other Languages

Greek Ἄρτεμις

Latin Diana (Roman equivalent)

French Artémis

Italian Artemide

Spanish Artemisa

Japanese アルテミス

Famous People Named Artemis

Artemisia Gentileschi

Artist

1593

Italian Baroque painter, one of the most accomplished women artists of her era

Artemis Fictional

Other

Greek goddess of the hunt, moon, and wilderness; one of the Twelve Olympians, twin sister of Apollo

Artemis Fowl Fictional

Other

Protagonist of Eoin Colfer's fantasy novel series Artemis Fowl (2001)

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #1,024
Total SSA Count: 246
Cultural Origins: Greek American English
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Artie Temis Remi

Pairs Well With

Artemis Moon Artemis Silver Artemis Grace Artemis Hunter Artemis Sage Artemis Dawn Artemis Leigh

Sibling Names

Apollo Orion Athena Selene Perseus Diana

Also a Boy Name

Artemis is also used as a boy name, ranked #1648.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Artemis

What does the name Artemis mean?

"safe, unharmed" (from Greek). "goddess of the hunt and moon" (from Ancient Greek). Artemis is the name of the ancient Greek goddess of the hunt, the moon, wilderness, and childbirth — twin sister to Apollo and daughter of Zeus and Leto. The etymology is debated: some scholars link it to the Greek artemes meaning safe and unharmed, while others suggest pre-Greek origins. As one of the Twelve Olympians, Artemis was among the most widely worshipped deities in the ancient world, with her great temple at Ephesus being one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

What is the origin of the name Artemis?

Artemis has Greek, Ancient Greek, American, and English origins. In Greek, it means "safe, unharmed". In Ancient Greek, it means "goddess of the hunt and moon".

Is Artemis a boy or girl name?

Artemis is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1024. As a boy name, it is ranked #1648. Artemis is more commonly used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Artemis?

Artemis is currently ranked #1024 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Artemis?

Common nicknames for Artemis include Artie, Temis, and Remi.

What are good middle names for Artemis?

Popular middle name pairings include Artemis Moon, Artemis Silver, Artemis Grace, Artemis Hunter, Artemis Sage, Artemis Dawn, and Artemis Leigh.

What are good sibling names for Artemis?

Names that pair well with Artemis as siblings include Apollo, Orion, Athena, Selene, Perseus, and Diana.

How many syllables does Artemis have?

Artemis has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Artemis a common or rare name?

Artemis is an uncommon name, ranked #1024 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Artemis

Artemis is a girl name with Greek, American, and English origins . The name means "safe, unharmed" in Greek .

Is Artemis a boy or girl name? Artemis is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,024 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,648. Artemis is more commonly used as a girl name.

Artemis is currently ranked #1,024 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Artemis has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Artemis include Artie, Temis, and Remi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.