Butcher or safe; goddess of the hunt
Derived from the Greek name Artemis, its etymology is debated but often linked to 'artemes' meaning safe or 'artamos' meaning butcher. In Greek mythology, Artemis is the daughter of Zeus and Leto and the twin sister of Apollo. She is the goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and the moon, symbolizing independence and strength.
About 246 girls were named Artemis in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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