Mart Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmart / mɑrtLatin; Dutch
Meaning
Latin: Warlike; Dutch: From the land of Mars
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mart is derived from the Latin name Martinus, which is associated with the Roman god of war, Mars. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Europe, where it has historical significance. In the Netherlands, Mart is a common diminutive of Martin, reflecting a trend of using shorter forms of traditional names. The name has also been popularized in various forms across different languages.
Trend Summary
The name Mart has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Martin
- Martyn
International Variants
- Martín (Spanish)
- Martino (Italian)
- Martijn (Dutch)
Famous people named Mart
Mart Laar is an Estonian politician who served as Prime Minister of Estonia.
Mart Smeets is a Dutch journalist and television presenter known for his work in sports broadcasting.
Fictional characters named Mart
Mart is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Mart is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a merchant in the game.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mart was first seen in the United States in 1880. Mart has ranked as high as #1092 nationally, which occurred in 1958, and has been most popular in California, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Mart has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mart (1965)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1892 | 9 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1914 | 12 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 19 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 22 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 13 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 13 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 22 |
| 1955 | 25 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 17 |
| 1958 | 28 |
| 1959 | 21 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 21 |
| 1963 | 23 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |