Declining since 1994.
Popularity of Artez since 1959
Babies named Artez per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 59 |
| 1980s | 104 |
| 1990s | 157 |
| 2000s | 144 |
| 2010s | 120 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Artez is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1959. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, so reliable popularity data is limited. Its peak usage occurred in 1993, after which its frequency began a steady decline. The name is typically given to boys. Because it is a modern coinage, its etymology is speculative, possibly derived from the surname Artis or a blend of names like Arthur and Dez. Without a long history or clear cultural ties, Artez remains a rare and distinctive choice.
Artez likely emerged as a modern invented name in the mid-20th century, possibly a variant of the surname Artis or Artz, or a combination of Arthur and a shortened form like Dez. It has no ancient roots and appears to be a creative coinage, first recorded in U.S. data in 1959.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Art, Tez
Sibling names for Artez
Names that share Artez's style, for a brother or sister.
