Holding steady, #7,885 for girls today.
Popularity of Artemisia since 1999
Babies named Artemisia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 62 |
| 2020s | 73 |
Meaning & origin
Artemisia has been in use in the United States since at least 1999, with a modest but rising profile in recent years. It reached its peak rank of 7,885 in 2025, a year in which it was given to roughly 1 in 123,636 newborns. Deriving from the Greek goddess Artemis and the plant of the same name, Artemisia carries botanical and mythological associations that appeal to parents seeking a name with historical depth. Although its trajectory has been stable, the name has not yet appeared among the top states, suggesting it remains a rare choice. For those drawn to classical names with a strong feminine legacy, Artemisia offers a distinctive alternative to more common names like Diana or Artemis.
Artemisia comes from the Greek word artemes (safe, unharmed) or from the name of the goddess Artemis. It was used in classical antiquity and revived in the 20th century, partly due to the Italian Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi. The plant name Artemisia (wormwood) shares the same origin.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Art, Ari, Missy
Sibling names for Artemisia
Names that share Artemisia's style, for a brother or sister.
