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ArtemisaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Goddess of the hunt

Pronunciation: /ˈɑːrtəmɪs/

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Name
Artemisa
Meaning
Goddess of the hunt
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrtəmɪs/
Lucky Number
17
17
Lucky Number
Moon day
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Artemisa mean?

Artemisa is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Goddess of the hunt". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: /ˈɑːrtəmɪs/. Lucky number: 17. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Αρτέμισα

Goddess of the hunt

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ˈɑːrtəmɪs/

IPA

ˈaɾtɛmisə

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Artemisa is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Goddess of the hunt. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

17

Lucky Day

Moon day

Lucky Colors

SilverGrayMoonstone

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, creative, and social.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateEmpatheticI = Intuitive

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of strength, independence, and the natural world.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Artemis was believed to protect women in childbirth and aid them during labor. She was also known for her abilities in healing and her role as the goddess of the hunt. The worship of Artemis spread throughout the ancient Greek world, and numerous temples were built in her honor. She was revered in both public and private cults, and her festivals were an important part of Greek life.
Artemis represents the untamed and fierce aspects of nature. She is the protector of wild animals and the wilderness, and she embodies the power and independence of women. Her association with the moon underscores her connection to the cycles of nature and the rhythms of life. In Christianity, the name Artemis may be seen as a reminder of the rich cultural and spiritual heritage that preceded the emergence of the Christian faith. It may also be seen as a symbol of the strength and resilience of the natural world and the divine feminine.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Artemisia of Caria was a queen of Halicarnassus, a city in the Persian Empire, in the 4th century BC.

4th century BC

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Artemis

Goddess of the hunt

🇮🇱Hebrew

אַרְתֶּמִיסָא

Goddess of the hunt

🇬🇷Greek

Αρτέμισα

Goddess of the hunt

🇮🇹Latin

Diana

Goddess of the hunt

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