Artemisz / Artemis

Artemisz is the Hungarian form of the Greek name Artemis. Artemis is a name of uncertain etymology, though it is often associated with the Greek word 'artemes' (ἀρτεμής) meaning 'safe, sound, fresh'. Another proposed etymology links it to 'artamos' (ἄρταμος) meaning 'butcher', possibly referring to her role as a huntress. In Greek mythology, Artemis was the goddess of the hunt, wilderness, wild animals, the Moon, and chastity. She was the twin sister of Apollo.

The name has been used since ancient times, primarily in Greek-speaking regions. Its Hungarian form, Artemisz, reflects the phonetic and orthographic conventions of the Hungarian language. While Artemis itself has a long history, Artemisz is a more recent adaptation and is less common globally, being primarily found in Hungary.