Martin
Martin first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1963, when 6,073 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,009.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Martin popular?
Declining Martin is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1963 peak.
| 2020s | 6,645 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 13,356 | |
| 2000s | 18,762 | |
| 1990s | 25,331 | |
| 1980s | 23,226 | |
| 1970s | 24,267 | |
| 1960s | 49,116 | |
| 1950s | 50,994 | |
| 1940s | 31,402 | |
| 1930s | 21,927 | |
| 1920s | 24,243 | |
| 1910s | 16,097 | |
| 1900s | 3,346 | |
| 1890s | 3,254 | |
| 1880s | 3,595 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Martin mean?
From Latin Martinus, a derivative of Mars, the Roman god of war, so carrying a 'warlike' sense. Popularized by the soldier-saint Martin of Tours.
Nicknames for Martin
- Marty
- Tin
Variants & spellings
- Martín
- Martino
- Maarten
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Martin mean?
Martin means Of Mars / warlike. From Latin Martinus, a derivative of Mars, the Roman god of war, so carrying a 'warlike' sense. Popularized by the soldier-saint Martin of Tours.
What is the origin of the name Martin?
Martin is of latin origin.
How do you pronounce Martin?
Martin is pronounced “MAR-tin.”
Is Martin a boy or a girl name?
Martin is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Martin a popular name right now?
Martin is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1963 peak.
How popular is the name Martin?
In 2025, Martin ranked #335 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Martin most popular?
Martin was most popular in 1963, when about 6,073 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Martin?
Common nicknames for Martin include Marty, Tin.
What names are similar to Martin?
Names similar to Martin include Marcus, Vincent, Miles, Silas, Victor.
What names go well with Martin?
latin names that pair well with Martin include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.