The surname Artega  derives from the word "art (h) and" meaning oak, and the suffix "aga" meaning place. The name emerged in various places Arteaga Robles dode grew in abundance.

Some variations of this family name include: Arteaga, Atiaga and others.

The origin of surname Arteaga is Gauteguiz of Arteaga is near Busturia in Viscaya, from the tenth century