Martin
Martin: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɑː.tɪn/ · /ˈmɑɹ.tn̩/
Meaning and origin of Martin
- A male given name from Latin originally given in honor of a fourth century soldier-saint.
Etymology
From Middle English Martin, from Latin Mārtīnus (“of or like Mars” or “little Mars”), Mārs, Mārtis + -īnus (diminutive suffix). See Mārs for further etymology.
How popular is Martin?
Since 1880, 1,476 girls and 315,561 boys in the U.S. have been named Martin (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1247 in 1887. Its highest rank for boys was #45 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #335 for boys, with 1,009 babies given the name.
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Martin FAQ
What does the name Martin mean?
A male given name from Latin originally given in honor of a fourth century soldier-saint. From Middle English Martin, from Latin Mārtīnus (“of or like Mars” or “little Mars”), Mārs, Mārtis + -īnus (diminutive suffix). See Mārs for further etymology.
What is the origin of the name Martin?
Martin is listed as a name of Latin originally given in honor origin.
How popular is the name Martin?
Since 1880, 1,476 girls and 315,561 boys in the U.S. have been named Martin (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1247 in 1887. Its highest rank for boys was #45 in 1880. In 2025 it ranked #335 for boys, with 1,009 babies given the name.
Is Martin a boy or girl name?
Martin is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,476 girls and 315,561 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.