Martell
Pronunciation: [ m-AHRT-ehl ]
Martell is a boy baby name. Ranked #6,851 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Martell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,505 babies have been named Martell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Martell is past its peak , currently ranked #6,851 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #6,851
- Total SSA Count
- 13
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Martell is also used as a girl name, ranked #69278.
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About the Name Martell
Martell is a boy name .
Is Martell a boy or girl name? Martell is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,851 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #69,278. Martell is more commonly used as a boy name.
Martell is currently ranked #6,851 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Martell include Mar, May, Marie, and Martie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Martell include Martin, Marty, Martez . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis