Martez Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Martez is a name of Spanish origin, meaning 'warrior', with roots connected to Mars, the Roman god of war. It evolved from the Latin 'Martis' and is associated with the day Tuesday. The name signifies strength and has gained popularity as a unique contemporary choice. It has no biblical relevance but is recognized in modern culture through notable figures in sports.
The name Martez is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Martez has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Martez' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6723rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1971st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 963rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1561st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2688th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Martez' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Martez"
Pronunciation
/mɑːrˈtɛz/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Martez is derived from the Spanish name 'Martes', which means 'Tuesday' in Spanish. The name is associated with Mars, the Roman god of war, as Tuesday is named after him.
Meaning
warrior, associated with Mars
Language Evolution
Martes (Spanish), Martis (Latin), Mars (Latin)
Historical Usage
Martez has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in various cultural contexts within the United States, as a unique given name reflecting a blend of Latin and Spanish influences.
Variants & Derivatives
Martes, Mart, Martino
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Martez is seen as modern and distinctive, often associated with strength and charisma. It has gained favor among parents looking for unique names for their children.
Famous People
Martez Wilson, American football player, Martez Ivey, American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Martez"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Martez"
"Martez" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6723rd of 7552 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1971st of 10718 | 353 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 963rd of 16616 | 1,726 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1561st of 24088 | 1,422 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2688th of 23106 | 566 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Martez" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.51% 896th/2937 |
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48.44% 1704th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
14.65% 540th/3685 |
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18.37% 954th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.09% 783rd/4582 |
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21.71% 1588th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.55% 1496th/3984 |
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39.93% 2724th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Martez" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Martez"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Martez" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.