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Martez Pronunciation

Martez is pronounced mar-TEZ /mɑrˈtɛz/High

Meaning: Modern American name from the Mar- (Martin/Marcus, 'of Mars/warlike') sound with a -tez ending; no single fixed rootLow

In 30 seconds: Mars's warlike sound, smoothly modernized: Martez builds on the Mar- of Martin and Marcus with a stylish -tez ending. Confident, rhythmic, and contemporary American.

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Origin MediumLatin, American

MeaningModern American name from the Mar- (Martin/Marcus, 'of Mars/warlike') sound with a -tez ending; no single fixed root

U.S. rank (2024)#3646 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births31 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1992

Total births (all-time)≈ 4,077

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Martez is a modern American name built on the Mar- sound of Martin and Marcus (both linked to Mars, 'warlike, of Mars') with a fashionable -tez ending (compare Cortez, Martes). Popular in African American naming, it pairs a classic root with contemporary rhythm; its exact build isn't fixed.

It registers thinly in recent records. Rare, Mars-tinged at the root, and modern.

Did you know? The Mar- in Martez traces to Mars, the Roman god of war — the same root behind Martin and Marcus — so the name carries a faint martial spark beneath its smooth modern surface.

Overall data confidence 60%

U.S. Social Security Administration name files — recent emergence

Variations

MartesMartizeCortez

Nicknames

TezMar

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If you like Martez…

Cortez— a fellow -ez modern name

Marquez— a companion -ez surname-name

Deshawn— another modern coinage

Jamar— a sister Mar- name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Martez?

Martez is pronounced mar-TEZ (/mɑrˈtɛz/). Press play above to hear Martez said aloud.

How do you say Martez?

Martez is said mar-TEZ (/mɑrˈtɛz/). Press play above to hear Martez said aloud.

What does the name Martez mean?

Martez is a modern name built on the Mar- of Martin/Marcus, 'of Mars, warlike', with a -tez ending.

Is Martez a boy or girl name?

Martez is a boy's name.

How popular is Martez?

Martez is a rare name in the U.S.