The Greek proper name Artemas is a contraction of Artemidōros, meaning 'gift of Artemis.' Despite his pagan name, Artemas was a trusted companion and co-worker of the Apostle Paul, mentioned in Titus 3:12 as one of two potential messengers Paul might send to relieve Titus at Crete.
The appearance of Artemas in Titus 3:12 illustrates the universal scope of the gospel: here is a man bearing the name of a pagan deity who has become a trusted servant of the living God. Paul's confidence in Artemas to carry out the delicate task of replacing Titus in Crete speaks to his spiritual maturity and reliability. Even a name that carries the mark of paganism does not define a person's destiny before God. Early tradition identifies Artemas as one of the seventy disciples and a later bishop, though this is uncertain. His brief mention in Scripture is sufficient — God honors the faithful.