Artemisia - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Artemisia \a-rtemi-

is of Greek and Spanish origin, and its meaning is "perfect". Also variant of Artemis and a version of Artemas, a man's name from the Bible. Also the name of a shrub common in America. Made famous also by Artemisia Gentileschi, a 17th-century Italian painter.

Artemisia has 1 variant form: Artemesia.

For more information, see also the related name Otamisia.

Artemisia is an uncommon first name for women and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl name Artemisia. Compare Artemisia with its variant form and related girl names.