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Martina

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Pronounced mar-TEE-nuh /mɑːrˈtiː.nə/High

Meaning: Of Mars, the Roman god of war; warrior; feminine of Martin, from Latin Martinus (of the god Mars)High

In 30 seconds: The Latin feminine of Martin meaning 'of Mars' (the Roman god of war). Associated with the celebrated Christian martyr Saint Martin of Tours and tennis legend Martina Navratilova.

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Origin HighLatin

MeaningOf Mars, the Roman god of war; warrior; feminine of Martin, from Latin Martinus (of the god Mars)

U.S. rank (2025)#1371 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births161 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1964

Total births (all-time)≈ 18,497

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Martina is the feminine of Martinus, from Latin Mars (the Roman god of war). Saint Martin of Tours (316–397 CE) gave the masculine form Martin enormous popularity throughout the Christian Middle Ages, and Martina followed as the feminine form.

Martina has been used continuously in Latin and European communities. In the U.S. its profile was raised by tennis champion Martina Navratilova. It ranked #1165 for girls in 2024.

Did you know? Saint Martin of Tours (316–397 CE) was one of the most beloved saints of medieval Europe — his feast day on November 11 (Martinmas) was a major agricultural and social festival, and his charity is celebrated in the cloak-sharing story still taught to children today.

Overall data confidence 94%

Behind the Name — Martina — Latin etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

MartineMarteen

Nicknames

MartiTina

Famous Bearers

★Martina Navratilova (1956–present)
Czech-American tennis champion, winner of 18 Grand Slam singles titles and considered one of the greatest tennis players in history.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Martina mean?

Martina means 'of Mars' (the Roman god of war), as the feminine of Martinus (Martin) from Latin.

How do you pronounce Martina?

It's said mar-TEE-nuh — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Martina a boy or girl name?

Martina is the feminine form; Martin is masculine.

How popular is Martina?

Martina ranked #1165 for U.S. girls in 2024.