Martinez
Martinez is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Son of Martín (which derives from Mars, the Roman god of war).
Origin and history
Martinez is traditionally a Spanish patronymic surname meaning son of Martín, derived from the Latin Martinus. In the United States, it is occasionally used as a given name, blending surname-as-first-name trends with Hispanic heritage. While uncommon as a male first name, it maintains steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
1,132 babies in the United States have been named Martinez since 1880. It ranks #3560 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1904.
States where it is most popular
- IL (52.4 %)
- AL (11.9 %)
- GA (11.9 %)
- MI (11.9 %)
- TX (11.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 98 |
| 1960-1970 | 116 |
| 1970-1980 | 192 |
| 1980-1990 | 230 |
| 1990-2000 | 264 |
| 2000-2010 | 129 |
| 2010-2019 | 74 |
| 2020-2029 | 23 |
Fun facts
- Martinez is one of the most common Spanish surnames worldwide and follows the Anglo-American trend of adopting surnames as first names.
- The name ultimately traces back to Martinus, derived from the Roman god Mars.