Martin Name Meaning & Origin
Martin
Origin of the name Martin:
From the Latin Martinus (of Mars, war-like), a derivative of Mars, the name of the Roman mythological god of war. The name was borne by St. Martin of Tours (c. 315 – 397). He is mainly remembered for splitting his cloak in two and giving half to a beggar.
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- Personal experiences with the name Martin
My 8 year old is named Martin, He is named after a great grandfather. We love his name, it is not too common and fits his personality.
My 2 yr old son is name Martin. For the most part we call him "Mars." He is truly out of this world. And we love a single syllable nickname. Also note, we do live in So Cal and he gets Mar-teen - a lot, which is not bothersome to our family.
My little brother is Martin. He's not very big for his age, but kind and loving, and very much a leader. He was named for his great-great-grandfather. His twin is Markus.
- Nicknames for Martin
Marty, Mars, Art, Artie
- Meanings and history of the name Martin
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