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Artemis is a feminine name used in Greek Mythology and Greek. Behind the Name describes it this way: "Meaning unknown, possibly of pre-Greek origin. Her name is attested in Mycenaean and Lydian inscriptions." It ranked #1017 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, meaning unknown, possibly of pre-Greek origin. Her name is attested in Mycenaean and Lydian inscriptions. The entry lists its usage as Greek Mythology, Greek.
Editorial confidence: uncertain
Popularity
Artemis ranked #1017 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #1017 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Artemis mean?
Artemis means "safe", according to Behind the Name.
Is Artemis a popular name?
Artemis ranked #1017 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Artemis a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Artemis appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Artemis — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
