Holding steady.
Popularity of Martia since 1954
Babies named Martia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 13 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 25 |
| 1980s | 117 |
| 1990s | 169 |
| 2000s | 59 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Martia is a rare feminine name with Latin roots, serving as a variant of Marcia or a female form of Martin. First recorded in 1954, it saw its peak usage in 1991, when it reached its highest single-year count. The name has maintained a stable but extremely low presence, never ranking among the top 1,000 names. Its lack of top-state endorsements underscores its rarity across the United States. Martia offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a classical Roman-derived name without commonality.
Martia is a feminine name derived from the Latin Martius, meaning 'of Mars,' the Roman god of war. It is a female variant of Martin or Marcus, names long used across Europe. Martia appears occasionally in English records as a rare Latinate form, revived in the mid-20th century without widespread adoption.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Marti, Tia
Sibling names for Martia
Names that share Martia's style, for a brother or sister.
