Martin

Martin: name meaning, origin & popularity

Meaning: “of Mars; warlike”
Origin: Latin
Say it: MAR-tin · 2 syllables
Used for: Boys

From the Roman name Martinus, derived from Mars, the Roman god of war. Widely used across Europe through the influence of Saint Martin of Tours.

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How popular is Martin?

2024331 per million US babies

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Babies named Martin in 20241,101

2024 rank#308 boys

Peak year1880

Total US babies since 1880316,023

Martin is steady now but far below its 1880 peak.

Names like Martin

Variants, related forms and names with the same roots.

Martinaof Mars · Latin
Martyof Mars · Latin
Lucasfrom Lucania · Latin
Leolion · Latin
Julianyouthful, downy-bearded · Latin
Anthonyof the Antonius family · Latin
RomanRoman, from Rome · Latin
Bennettblessed · Latin

Martin questions

What does the name Martin mean?

Martin means "of Mars; warlike". It comes from Latin. From the Roman name Martinus, derived from Mars, the Roman god of war. Widely used across Europe through the influence of Saint Martin of Tours.

Is Martin a boy or girl name?

Martin is mainly a boy's name in US records (100% of uses since 1880).

How popular is Martin?

1,101 US babies were named Martin in 2024. Its peak year was 1880.

How do you pronounce Martin?

Martin is usually pronounced MAR-tin.

Birth counts: US Social Security Administration national data, 1880–2024 (names given to 5+ babies of a sex in a year). How we write meanings.