"god of war"
Origin: Latin/Roman
Language: Latin
Mars
Pronunciation: [ m-AHRZ ]
Boy Name
#1,455 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
1 Syllable
God of war, ruler of March, fourth planet — one name, infinite power
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Meaning & Origin
"spring, fertility (earlier meaning)"
Origin: Archaic Latin
Language: Latin
Things to Know About This Name
- Associated with the Mars candy bar brand, which some parents may find trivializing
The Story of Mars
Mars was the Roman god of war, second only to Jupiter in the Roman pantheon, and considered the father of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome. His name's etymology is uncertain — possibly from the Etruscan 'Maris' or from Proto-Indo-European roots. Mars was also associated with agriculture and spring before his warrior aspect became dominant, and the month of March is named for him.
Mars as a given name is a rising trend in the 2020s, fueled by the space exploration era and Elon Musk's SpaceX Mars ambitions. Parents are increasingly choosing planetary and celestial names — Luna, Orion, Nova — and Mars fits perfectly into this constellation. It is short, punchy, and universally recognizable.
Mars is one of the most recognizable names in Western civilization — as a planet, a god, a month (March), and a cultural reference. In astrology, Mars rules Aries and Scorpio and represents action, energy, and passion. The Mars Volta, Mars Attacks!, and countless other cultural references keep the name vibrant.
Fun Facts
- The month of March is named after Mars
- Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and the target of multiple human exploration missions
- Tuesday (in Latin, Martis dies) is also named after Mars — visible in French 'Mardi'
Mars in Other Languages
Greek
Ares (equivalent)
Latin
Mars (Martis)
French
Mars
Italian
Marte
Spanish
Marte
Japanese
マーズ
Famous People Named Mars
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Bruno Mars
Musician
1985
Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter and producer known for Uptown Funk and Just the Way You Are
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Mars Callahan
Other
American filmmaker
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Mars (Roman god) Fictional
Other
Roman god of war, second only to Jupiter, and divine father of Rome's legendary founders Romulus and Remus
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #1,455
- Total SSA Count
- 124
- Cultural Origins
- Roman English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Pairs Well With
Mars James
Mars Alexander
Mars Orion
Mars Leo
Mars River
Mars Thatcher
Mars Cole
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Mars is also used as a girl name, ranked #4915.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mars
What does the name Mars mean?
"god of war" (from Latin/Roman). "spring, fertility (earlier meaning)" (from Archaic Latin). Mars was the Roman god of war, second only to Jupiter in the Roman pantheon, and considered the father of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome. His name's etymology is uncertain — possibly from the Etruscan 'Maris' or from Proto-Indo-European roots. Mars was also associated with agriculture and spring before his warrior aspect became dominant, and the month of March is named for him.
What is the origin of the name Mars?
Mars has Latin/Roman, Archaic Latin, Roman, English, and American origins. In Latin/Roman, it means "god of war". In Archaic Latin, it means "spring, fertility (earlier meaning)".
Is Mars a boy or girl name?
Mars is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1455. As a girl name, it is ranked #4915. Mars is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mars?
Mars is pronounced m-AHRZ.
How popular is the name Mars?
Mars is currently ranked #1455 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Mars?
Popular middle name pairings include Mars James, Mars Alexander, Mars Orion, Mars Leo, Mars River, Mars Thatcher, and Mars Cole.
What are good sibling names for Mars?
Names that pair well with Mars as siblings include Luna, Orion, Aurora, Juno, Cleo, Atlas, and Nova.
How many syllables does Mars have?
Mars has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mars a common or rare name?
Mars is an uncommon name, ranked #1455 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mars
Mars is a boy name with Roman, English, and American origins . The name means "god of war" in Latin/Roman .
Is Mars a boy or girl name? Mars is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,455 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #4,915. Mars is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mars is currently ranked #1,455 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mars has 1 syllable and is pronounced m-AHRZ, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Mars include Mark, Marcus, Martin, Marco, Marshall . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.