Martinez Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mar-TEE-nez /mɑːrˈtiːnɛz/
Origin: Spanish; Latin
Meaning: Spanish: son of Martin; Latin: of Mars
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Martinez is of Spanish origin, derived from the given name Martin, which itself comes from the Latin name Martinus, a diminutive form of the name Mars, the Roman god of war. The transition from Latin to Spanish occurred as the Roman Empire expanded into the Iberian Peninsula, where Latin evolved into the various Romance languages, including Spanish.
The suffix '-ez' in Martinez indicates 'son of,' which is a common patronymic form in Spanish surnames, signifying lineage or descent. Thus, Martinez can be interpreted as 'son of Martin.' Historically, the name Martin has significant roots, with Saint Martin of Tours, a prominent figure in Christianity, being one of the earliest bearers of the name.
He lived in the 4th century and is known for his acts of charity and his role in the spread of Christianity across Gaul. The veneration of Saint Martin contributed to the popularity of the name throughout medieval Europe, including in Spain, where it evolved into various forms, including Martinez.
The name appears in historical records as early as the 12th century, reflecting its integration into Spanish culture and society. Culturally, the name Martinez carries connotations of strength and valor, linked to its etymological roots in the name of the war god Mars.
The name has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, including Spanish nobles and explorers, which further solidified its presence in the cultural landscape. Additionally, the name has been associated with various artistic and literary works, enhancing its resonance in Spanish-speaking cultures.
The enduring nature of the name Martinez reflects both its historical significance and its connection to familial heritage, making it a prominent surname in the Spanish-speaking world.
Fictional characters named Martinez
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Martinez is a fictional character from the video game series Grand Theft Auto. He is a supporting character who plays a role in the storyline of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Martinez was first seen in the United States in 1941.
Martinez has ranked as high as #4503 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in Illinois, Alabama, Georgia, Michigan, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Martinez has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Martinez is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Martinez was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Martinez.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2019 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2018 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2016 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2015 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2012 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2011 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2010 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2009 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2007 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2006 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2005 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 2004 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 2003 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2002 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2001 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2000 | 24 | 24 | 0 |
| 1999 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1998 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1997 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1996 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1995 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1994 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1993 | 34 | 34 | 0 |
| 1992 | 39 | 34 | 5 |
| 1991 | 36 | 36 | 0 |
| 1990 | 41 | 41 | 0 |
| 1989 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1988 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 1987 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1986 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1985 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1984 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1983 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1982 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1981 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1980 | 28 | 23 | 5 |
| 1979 | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| 1978 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1977 | 32 | 23 | 9 |
| 1976 | 30 | 25 | 5 |
| 1975 | 29 | 29 | 0 |
| 1974 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1973 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1972 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1971 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1970 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1968 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1967 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1966 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1965 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1964 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1963 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1962 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1961 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1960 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1959 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1958 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1957 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1956 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1955 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1954 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1953 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1941 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Martinez (1993)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |