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Artemus
Pronounced AR-tə-məs /ˈɑr.tə.məs/High
Meaning: -us spelling of Artemas — from Greek, 'gift of Artemis' (the goddess of the hunt; her name linked to 'safe and sound')Medium
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History & Origin
Artemus is an -us spelling of Artemas — from Greek, 'gift of Artemis' (the goddess of the hunt, wild things, and the moon; her own name uncertain, possibly 'safe and sound'; routes layered, which we note). Borne by a companion of the apostle Paul (and the humorist Artemus Ward). A bold, classic name; the -us styling personalizes it.
It registers thinly in records. Rare, gift-of-Artemis at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Artemus mean?
Artemus spells Artemas — Greek 'gift of Artemis' (the goddess of the hunt); the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Artemus?
It's said AR-tə-məs /ˈɑr.tə.məs/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Artemus a boy or girl name?
Artemus is a boy's name.
How popular is Artemus?
Artemus is a rare name in the U.S.