Artemisia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationar-tem-IZ-ee-uh / /ɑːr.təˈmɪ.zi.ə/Greek; Latin
Meaning
safe; healer (Greek); derived from the name of the plant wormwood (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek mythology, Artemisia is associated with Artemis, the goddess of the hunt and wilderness, symbolizing protection and healing. The name has been used in various cultures, including Latin, where it refers to the plant Artemisia, known for its medicinal properties. Artemisia Gentileschi, a notable Baroque painter, further popularized the name in art history. The name has also been embraced in literature and various cultural contexts.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Artemisia
- Artie
- Misia
International Variants
- Artemisia (Italian)
- Artemise (French)
- Artémise (French)
Famous people named Artemisia
Artemisia Gentileschi — Baroque painter.
Artemisia I of Caria — ancient queen and naval commander.
Fictional characters named Artemisia
Artemisia — '300: Rise of an Empire'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Artemisia was first seen in the United States in 1999. Artemisia has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Artemisia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Artemisia (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 8 |