boy name
Martin
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#335 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Martin in the US, 1880–2025
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Martin a boy or a girl name?
Martin is most commonly used as a boy name.
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.