"bear, strong"
Origin: Celtic/Latvian
Language: English
Artis
Pronunciation: [ AHRT-ihs ]
A bold Latvian bear-name with artistic flair
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Meaning & Origin
"of art, skill"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
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The Story of Artis
Artis is a Latvian masculine name most common in Latvia, though it functions as a gender-neutral name in American usage. It may be related to the Celtic root 'artos' meaning 'bear', which also gives us Arthur and the Arthurian legend tradition. As a girl's name, Artis carries a strong, artistic resonance — potentially connected to the Latin 'ars/artis' meaning 'art, skill', giving it a creative dimension that makes it particularly appealing for artistic families.
Artis is rare as a girl's name in America, though it has some usage as a gender-neutral name. NBA player Artis Gilmore popularized it for boys in the 1970s. For girls, it carries an artistic, unconventional quality that appeals to parents seeking something beyond Artemis or Ariana.
In Latvia, Artis is a traditional masculine name. In the American context, Artis-as-a-girl's-name benefits from its similarity to 'artsy' and its connection to the arts through the Latin 'ars'. It also resonates with Artemis, the Greek goddess of the hunt.
Fun Facts
- Artis is related to the Celtic word for 'bear', the same root that gives us Arthur
- Artis Gilmore, Hall of Fame NBA center, was a prominent bearer of this name in the 1970s-80s
- In Latin, 'artis' is the genitive form of 'ars' meaning art — connecting the name to creativity
Artis in Other Languages
Latin
Artis (of art)
Celtic
Artos (bear)
Latvian
Artis
Popularity Over Time
#19,487
Current Rank
Rare
Trend
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Artis
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Artis Gilmore
Athlete
1949
Hall of Fame NBA and ABA center known as 'The A-Train', one of the most dominant centers in professional basketball hist...
Hall of Fame NBA and ABA center known as 'The A-Train', one of the most dominant centers in professional basketball history
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #19,487
- Total SSA Count
- 7
- Cultural Origins
- American Latvian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Artie
Art
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Artis is also used as a boy name, ranked #5036.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Artis
What does the name Artis mean?
"bear, strong" (from Celtic/Latvian). "of art, skill" (from Latin). Artis is a Latvian masculine name most common in Latvia, though it functions as a gender-neutral name in American usage. It may be related to the Celtic root 'artos' meaning 'bear', which also gives us Arthur and the Arthurian legend tradition. As a girl's name, Artis carries a strong, artistic resonance — potentially connected to the Latin 'ars/artis' meaning 'art, skill', giving it a creative dimension that makes it particularly appealing for artistic families.
What is the origin of the name Artis?
Artis has Celtic/Latvian, Latin, American, and Latvian origins. In Celtic/Latvian, it means "bear, strong". In Latin, it means "of art, skill".
Is Artis a boy or girl name?
Artis is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #19487. As a boy name, it is ranked #5036. Artis is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Artis?
Artis is pronounced AHRT-ihs.
How popular is the name Artis?
Artis is currently ranked #19487 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Artis?
Common nicknames for Artis include Artie and Art.
What are good middle names for Artis?
Popular middle name pairings include Artis Grace, Artis Mae, Artis Rose, Artis Ann, Artis Lynn, Artis Jean, and Artis Lee.
What are good sibling names for Artis?
Names that pair well with Artis as siblings include Artemis, Arthur, Ariadne, Aries, Cordelia, Darius, and Marcus.
How many syllables does Artis have?
Artis has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Artis a common or rare name?
Artis is an uncommon name, ranked #19487 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Artis
Artis is a girl name with American and Latvian origins . The name means "bear, strong" in Celtic/Latvian .
Is Artis a boy or girl name? Artis is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #19,487 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #5,036. Artis is more commonly used as a boy name.
Artis is currently ranked #19,487 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Artis has 2 syllables and is pronounced AHRT-ihs, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Artis include Artie and Art. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.