"Roman god of war"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
Mars
Pronunciation: [ m-AHRZ ]
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"the red planet"
Origin: Latin astronomical tradition
Language: Latin
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The Story of Mars
Mars was the Roman god of war, second only to Jupiter in the Roman pantheon. His name may derive from an older Italic deity whose name predates Latin, possibly connected to the Etruscan 'Maris.' March (the month) is named after him, as was the planet, long associated with its blood-red color. As a girl's name, Mars is a bold mythological choice that reclaims a traditionally masculine deity name for feminine use — a growing trend alongside names like Artemis, Juno, and Athena.
Mars as a given name for girls has been rising alongside the cultural fascination with space exploration and the Mars missions. It also benefits from the 'cosmic name' trend that has made Luna, Orion, and Nova popular. The name gained attention when celebrity couple Grimes and Elon Musk named their child X Æ A-12, sparking broader interest in unusual celestial names.
In Roman mythology, Mars was also associated with agriculture and spring — not just war. He was the divine father of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome. Using Mars as a girl's name reflects a modern reclaiming of powerful mythological names regardless of historical gender associations.
Historical Record
Mars first appeared in US Social Security records in 2016.
Over 175 babies have been named Mars in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mars is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #4,915 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Mars is the only planet in our solar system named after a Roman god that is also regularly used as a human given name
- The month of March is named after Mars — making Mars children forever connected to the start of spring
Mars in Other Languages
Greek
Άρης (Ares)
Arabic
المريخ (Al-Mirrikh)
French
Mars
Italian
Marte
Spanish
Marte
Japanese
火星 (Kasei)
Popularity Over Time
#4,915
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Mars Bonfire
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1943
Canadian rock musician best known for writing 'Born to Be Wild,' used in Easy Rider (1969)
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #4,915
- Total SSA Count
- 27
- Cultural Origins
- English American Scandinavian
- Pronunciation
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mars
What does the name Mars mean?
"Roman god of war" (from Latin). "the red planet" (from Latin astronomical tradition). Mars was the Roman god of war, second only to Jupiter in the Roman pantheon. His name may derive from an older Italic deity whose name predates Latin, possibly connected to the Etruscan 'Maris.' March (the month) is named after him, as was the planet, long associated with its blood-red color. As a girl's name, Mars is a bold mythological choice that reclaims a traditionally masculine deity name for feminine use — a growing trend alongside names like Artemis, Juno, and Athena.
What is the origin of the name Mars?
Mars has Latin, Latin astronomical tradition, English, American, and Scandinavian origins. In Latin, it means "Roman god of war". In Latin astronomical tradition, it means "the red planet".
Is Mars a boy or girl name?
Mars is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4915. As a boy name, it is ranked #1455. 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 #4915 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mars?
Common nicknames for Mars include Mar.
What are good middle names for Mars?
Popular middle name pairings include Mars Elizabeth, Mars Joy, Mars Soleil, Mars Belle, Mars Wren, Mars Lane, and Mars Violet.
What are good sibling names for Mars?
Names that pair well with Mars as siblings include Luna, Orion, Venus, Jupiter, Sol, Juno, and Atlas.
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 #4915 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Mars
Mars is a girl name with English, American, and Scandinavian origins . The name means "Roman god of war" in Latin .
Is Mars a boy or girl name? Mars is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,915 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,455. Mars is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mars is currently ranked #4,915 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mars has 1 syllable and is pronounced m-AHRZ, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mars include Mar. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mars include Maria, Margaret, Margot, Mary, Mariana . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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