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Artemus

AHR-teh-mus

Popularity

#5243

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Greek

Total Births

663

Peak Year

#29 in 1971

First Recorded

1912

Style

Mythological, Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Artemus is of Greek origin, derived from Artemis, the Greek goddess of the hunt, wilderness, wild animals, the Moon, and archery.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Artemus Ward

    American humorist and writer

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Personality Traits

IndependentStrongMysteriousCreative

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