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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Martina

Mary of martyrs

Pronunciation: MAR-tee-nah (/marˈtiːnə/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 60
Meaning
Mary of martyrs
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Rose Quartz
Life Path
9
Popularity Score
60
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Martina mean?

Derived from the Latin Martina, meaning 'Mary of martyrs'. In Christianity, Martina is the name of several saints, including Saint Martina of Rome who was martyred in the 2nd century.

Martina in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
מרטינה
מרטינה היא שמה של אישה המסמלת את האלהים
Greek
Μαρτίνα
Μαρτίνα σημαίνει αφίσα του Άρη ή του Πολεμίου
Latin
Martina
Martina means warlike or dedicated to Mars
English
Martina
Martina means warlike or lady of war

How to pronounce Martina

English pronunciation
MAR-tee-nah
IPA notation
/marˈtiːnə/

Numerology & personality

Those with the life path number 9 are natural teachers and leaders.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes courage and devotion to faith.

The name Martina holds deep cultural significance in the Christian tradition as it is the name of several revered saints. Saint Martina of Rome is one of the most notable, whose feast day on October 12th continues to be celebrated in various parts of the world. The name Martina is also popular in countries with significant Christian populations such as Spain, Italy, and Portugal, where it is among the top 50 given names.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Saint connection: Saint Martina

Popularity of Martina by region

Region Country Score Year
Spain ES 61 2024
Brazil BR 47 2024
France FR 71 2024
United Kingdom UK 57 2024

Spelling variations of Martina

MartinahMartine

Names similar to Martina

Frequently asked questions about Martina

What does Martina mean?
Martina is a Latin female name, derived from the word 'Martina', meaning 'Mary of martyrs'.
Is Martina a Christianity name?
Yes, Martina is a name with deep religious significance in Christianity. It is the name of several saints who were martyred for their faith.
How to pronounce Martina?
Martina is pronounced ma-TEE-nuh.
Is Martina popular today?
Yes, Martina is a popular name among Christians and has been in use for centuries.
What is the origin of Martina?
Martina is a Latin female name, derived from the word 'Martina', meaning 'Mary of martyrs'.