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Martyna

mar-TEE-nah · Polish feminine form of Martin, meaning 'dedicated to Mars' or 'warlike'.

Peak popularity
2009
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Martyna since 1989

Babies named Martyna per year in U.S. Social Security records.

815231990200020102020Most births 2009Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s5
1990s64
2000s132
2010s85
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Martyna is the Polish feminization of Martin, first recorded in the United States in 1989. The name reached its highest popularity in 2009, consistent with a broader trend of Polish names entering American usage around that time. Martyna has remained stable in use since its peak, though it has never broken into national rankings. It is most commonly found among families of Polish heritage, and its top states of use reflect areas with significant Polish-American communities.

Martyna is the Polish feminine form of the Latin name Martinus, derived from Mars, the Roman god of war. The name has been used in Poland since the Middle Ages, though it gained popularity in the late 20th century. It shares roots with other Slavic forms like Martina and Martyna is specifically Polish.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Martysia, Martynka, Tyna

Variants: Martina

Sibling names for Martyna

Names that share Martyna's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does Martyna mean?
Martyna is the Polish feminine form of Martin, meaning 'dedicated to Mars' or 'warlike'.
How popular is Martyna?
Martyna first appeared in U.S. records in 1989 and peaked in 2009. While it remains stable, it is not ranked in the top 1000 in recent years.
Is Martyna a girl name?
Yes, Martyna is almost exclusively used for girls.