UK boy's name
Artemas
A masculine Greek name meaning "gift of Artemis", the goddess of hunting and childbirth.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Artemas is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Artemas popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2014 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Artemas. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Artemas ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 3 boys were registered as Artemas.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Artemas as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2014
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Artemas mean?
The name Artemas is derived from the Greek language and has its roots in the ancient Greek culture. It is believed to have originated from the Greek word "artemes," which means "safe," "sound," or "whole." This name was likely given to children with the hope that they would grow up to be healthy and unharmed.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Artemas can be found in the Bible's New Testament. In the Epistle to Titus, the apostle Paul mentions a person named Artemas, whom he sent to Titus as a replacement for another disciple. This reference suggests that the name was in use during the 1st century AD.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Artemas. One of the earliest was Artemas of Miletus, a Greek poet who lived in the 5th century BC. He was known for his elegiac poetry and was a contemporary of the famous Greek lyric poet, Simonides.
Another significant figure named Artemas was Artemas Aikins, an American physician and author who lived from 1782 to 1858. He was a pioneer in the field of medical education and played a crucial role in establishing the medical department at Dartmouth College.
In the 19th century, Artemas Ward, an American humorist and writer, gained recognition for his satirical works. He was born in 1848 and is best known for his book "Artemus Ward: His Book," which showcased his unique brand of humor.
Moving into the 20th century, Artemas Martin, an American lawyer and politician, served as the 35th Governor of Ohio from 1919 to 1923. He was born in 1866 and played a significant role in shaping the state's policies during his time in office.
Finally, Artemas Gillett, an American politician and lawyer, served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from 1901 to 1911. He was born in 1856 and made notable contributions to various legislative initiatives during his tenure in Congress.
While the name Artemas may not be as common today as it once was, its historical roots and associations with notable figures across different eras and fields make it a unique and meaningful name with a rich cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Artemas over time
The chart below shows babies named Artemas registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2014 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Artemas, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Artemas by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Artemas was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4632 | 3 | 1 |
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- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Artemas: questions and answers
How popular is the name Artemas in the UK right now?
In 2022, Artemas was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Artemas most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 3 babies registered as Artemas in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Artemas?
A masculine Greek name meaning "gift of Artemis", the goddess of hunting and childbirth.
How many people are called Artemas in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Artemas across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.