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Marten

♂ Boy

Pronounced MAR-tin /ˈmɑːr.tɪn/Medium

Meaning: A Dutch and German form of Martin, from the Latin Martinus, tied to Mars, the Roman god of war — 'of Mars; warlike.' Also the name of a small woodland weasel, adding a nature note.Low

In 30 seconds: A Dutch form of Martin: Marten means 'of Mars; warlike' (said 'MAR-tin'). Classic and understated.
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Origin MediumDutch, Latin, German
MeaningA Dutch and German form of Martin, from the Latin Martinus, tied to Mars, the Roman god of war — 'of Mars; warlike.' Also the name of a small woodland weasel, adding a nature note.
U.S. rank (2024)#10503 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1963
Total births (all-time)≈ 506

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196319152024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Marten is a Dutch/German form of Martin, from the Latin Martinus tied to Mars, 'warlike.' A classic name that doubles as a woodland animal — rare in the U.S. (said 'MAR-tin').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare, classic, and understated.

Did you know? Marten is the Dutch and German form of Martin — from the Latin for 'of Mars; warlike' — and also the name of a small woodland weasel, giving it a quiet nature note (said 'MAR-tin').
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Marten — Dutch/German form of Martin; 'of Mars'

Variations

MartinMartijnMaarten

Nicknames

MartTen

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Marten mean?

Marten is a Dutch/German form of Martin, from Mars, 'of Mars; warlike.'

How do you pronounce Marten?

It's said MAR-tin /ˈmɑːr.tɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Marten a boy or girl name?

Marten is a boy's name.

How popular is Marten?

Marten is a rare name for boys in the U.S.

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