Artemas
a-rte-mas,
ar-temas
US Popularity:22685
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Strong as a bear; Gift of Artemis
If you envision baby being a free spirit and loving the world around them, then this Greek name could be a good fit. Artemas, a boy's name, means "strong as a bear" as a variant of Artemis. In Greek mythology, Artemis is the goddess of the hunt, wild animals, nature, and childbirth. She was especially popular with rural populations and was sometimes known as the Mistress of Animals. Artemas is also thought to be a diminutive of Artemidoros, meaning "gift of Artemis." Baby Artemas can be inspired by the origins of their name to explore and respect nature and find their home in the great outdoors.
How Popular Is The Name Artemas?
U.S. Births
Overall:Artemas is currently #22685 in U.S. births
Boy:Artemas is currently #11022 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#11022
in 2024
+ 1152
from 2020
Sources
Name Doctor, Artemas (1)
Online Etymology Dictionary, Artemis
Behind the Name, Artemas, August 2024
Behind the Name, Artemidoros, October 2024
World History Encyclopedia, Artemis, July 2019
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