Martelle
Pronunciation: [ m-ahrt-EHL ]
Martelle is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,369 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
Martelle first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 25 babies have been named Martelle in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Martelle is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #18,369 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,369
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Martelle is also used as a girl name, ranked #38158.
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About the Name Martelle
Martelle is a boy name .
Is Martelle a boy or girl name? Martelle is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,369 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #38,158. Martelle is more commonly used as a boy name.
Martelle is currently ranked #18,369 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Martelle include Mar, May, Marie, and Martie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Martelle 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