Martina
Martina is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Spanish origin, meaning “Of Mars; warlike”.
| Meaning | Of Mars; warlike |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | mar-TEE-nah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Spain, Argentina, Italy, Uruguay |
Meaning and origin of Martina
Martina is the feminine of Martin, from Latin Martinus, derived from Mars, the Roman god of war. Saint Martina of Rome, a third-century martyr, and Saint Martin of Tours, the soldier who shared his cloak with a beggar, spread the name in Christian Europe. Martina has been one of the most popular girls' names in Spain, Argentina and Uruguay in recent years. Tennis legends Martina Navratilova and Martina Hingis are famous bearers.
Is Martina a Christian name?
Martina is a saint's name rather than a biblical one, with a feast for Saint Martina on 30 January. It is used widely in Catholic families.
How popular is Martina?
Highly popular in Spain, Italy and the Southern Cone in recent years.
Gifts with the name Martina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Martina mean?
Martina means 'Of Mars; warlike'. It is of Latin, via Spanish origin.
Is Martina a Christian name?
Martina is a saint's name rather than a biblical one, with a feast for Saint Martina on 30 January. It is used widely in Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Martina?
Martina is pronounced mar-TEE-nah.
Is Martina a boy or girl name?
Martina is usually a girl name.