Artemisia

“Safe, sound”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5772US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

96All-time births

📅 Since 199900

How to pronounce Artemisia

AH·RTEM·iz·EE·uh

/ˈɑ.ˈrtɛm.ɪz.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on AH · 5 syllables

“Safe, sound”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Artemisia mean and where does it come from?

Artemisia is rooted in Ancient Greek mythology, named after Artemis, the goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and childbirth. This name has been used throughout history, and various notable figures have carried it, including Artemisia Gentileschi, a prominent painter of the Baroque era. The name is rare

Cultural significance

Artemisia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of safe, sound.

Peak popularity

Reached #8882 in 2019 — currently #5772 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Artemisia?

Artemisia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Artemisia Grace

How popular is Artemisia right now?

Rising fast — up 3354 spots — currently #5772 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#5772 · Top 4.3%

2000

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5772	21	▲ up 3354 · +91% births
2022	#9126	11	▲ up 1255 · +22% births
2021	#10381	9	▼ down 1146 · -18% births
2020	#9235	11	▲ up 3262 · +38% births
2015	#12497	8	▲ up 507 · +14% births
2000	#13004	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Artemisia

Best Year2023Rank #5772

Peak Count21

Average Rank#10003

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20236 years

The story of Artemisia

Artemisia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 96 total births recorded, Artemisia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13004 in 2000 to #5772 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Artemisia in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Artemisia by decade

Artemisia peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	18
2010s ★	62
2020s	11

💎Artemisia has only 96 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Artemisia?

Common

ArtIsia

What names sound and feel like Artemisia?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Artemisia also consider these

Artimisia

Arabic · A Arabic name

Artemizia

Arabic · A Arabic name

Artensia

Spain · Derived from 'Artemisia,'

Antanasia

Greece · resurrection,

How is Artemisia written in other languages?

Αρτεμισια

Ancient Greek

What are the boy versions of Artemisia?

Artemisios ANCIENT GREEK

Common questions about the name Artemisia

What does the name Artemisia mean?

Artemisia means "Safe, sound" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Artemisia?

Artemisia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Artemisia have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Artemisia?

Artemisia originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Artemisia?

Artemisia is a 5-syllable name pronounced AA1 R T EH1 M IH0 Z IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Artemisia?

Artemisia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.