Martine
Martine is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Dedicated to Mars or warlike.
Origin and history
Martine is a French feminine name derived from the Latin Martinus, meaning dedicated to Mars. It enjoyed moderate popularity in France and other French-speaking regions during the mid-20th century. In the United States, it remains a uncommon name with steady, low-volume usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,705 babies in the United States have been named Martine since 1880. It ranks #3397 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2069.
States where it is most popular
- NY (50.9 %)
- CA (18.9 %)
- FL (7.9 %)
- KY (6 %)
- NJ (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 12 |
| 1910-1920 | 93 |
| 1920-1930 | 115 |
| 1930-1940 | 71 |
| 1940-1950 | 112 |
| 1950-1960 | 315 |
| 1960-1970 | 467 |
| 1970-1980 | 402 |
| 1980-1990 | 684 |
| 1990-2000 | 241 |
| 2000-2010 | 117 |
| 2010-2019 | 34 |
| 2020-2029 | 32 |
Famous people named Martine
- Martine McCutcheon: Actress, Singer
- Martine Beswick: Actress, Model
Fun facts
- The name stems from Roman mythology and the Latin name Martinus, referring to the god Mars.
- Martine is the main character in a famous series of Belgian children's books launched in 1954.