Martinez: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: m-ahrt-een-ehz
Origin: Spain
gender-male

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Region Origin: Andean States, Central America, Southern Europe
Meaning: A variant of the place name

Martinez is a surname of Spanish origin, derived from the place name "Martinez, " which refers to someone from the town of Martínez in Spain. The name has become a common surname in many countries, particularly in the Americas, due to Spanish colonization. It is often associated with strong family ties and cultural heritage. Over time, Martinez has evolved into a versatile first name, symbolizing resilience and adaptability.

Martinez Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Martinez is currently #20248 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Martinez is currently #8666 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Martinez is currently #10257 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Martinez is currently #4419 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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