Martin

Boy's name

Martin is derived from the Latin name Martinus, which is a derivative of Mars, the Roman god of war. It means "of Mars" or "warlike."

Meaning Devoted to the god of war
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 1,101
Peak year 1963

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Names Starting With M

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Martin Luther King Jr. - Civil rights activist.
  • Martin Scorsese - Film director.
  • Martin Sheen - Actor.
  • Martin Short - Comedian.
  • Martin Freeman - Actor.
  • Martin Garrix - DJ and music producer.
  • Martin Van Buren - 8th U.S. President.
  • Martin Shkreli - Pharmaceutical executive.
  • Martin Johnson - Musician, lead singer of Boys Like Girls.
  • Martin Lawrence - Actor and comedian.

Brothers for Martin

Boy names closely related to Martin

Alan Victor Antonio Elias Ares Adrian Emmanuel Marco

Sisters for Martin

Girl names closely related to Martin

Lucia Sofia Elena Victoria Mia Eliana Aliyah Angelica

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Martin

Jamarcus Marc Marcanthony Marcel Marcela Marcelino Marcella Marcello

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