The nameMartine

Martine is the French feminine of Martin. It was a top 750 name in England and Wales in 2000.

Meaning

Martine comes from the Latin Martinus, linked to Mars.

Origin

French, from Latin.

History

In England and Wales Martine reached 748th place in 2000. In the United States its best rank is 793rd, in 1981.

Famous people named Martine

Popularity of the name Martine

Martine in the United States

1981peak year (214 births)
3,010babies named Martine in the United States since 1880
0107214 18801900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in the United States. Source: Social Security Administration, names given at least 5 times a year.

Martine was most popular in the United States in the 1980s, with 755 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Martine. Its rise began around 1953, and it peaked in 1981. Half of all babies named Martine in the United States were born before 1976, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.

Martine in France

4539thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
1954peak year (22,820 births)
320,170babies named Martine in France since 1900
011,41022,820 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Martine was most popular in France in the 1950s, with 191,470 births over the decade, 60% of all recorded babies named Martine. Its rise began around 1946, and it peaked in 1954. Half of all babies named Martine in France were born before 1955, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.

Martine in Norway

122ndmost popular girls' name in Norway in 2025
2001peak year (363 births)
7,826babies named Martine in Norway since 1945
0182363 1960198020002020
Births per year in Norway. Source: Statistics Norway (SSB), table 10467.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Martine mean?

Martine comes from the Latin Martinus, linked to Mars.

What is the origin of the name Martine?

French, from Latin.

Is Martine a girl's or a boy's name?

Martine is a girl's name. In the United States, 90% of the babies named Martine are girls.

What are the variants of the name Martine?

Variants and related names of Martine include Marta, Martin and Martina.

Who are famous people named Martine?

Martine McCutcheon, actress and singer.