Martinez
Pronunciation: [ m-ahrt-EEN-ehz ]
Martinez is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,144 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
Martinez first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 1,120 babies have been named Martinez in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Martinez is past its peak , currently ranked #39,144 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,144
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Martinez
Martinez is a boy name .
Is Martinez a boy or girl name? Martinez is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,144 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #46,774. Martinez is more commonly used as a boy name.
Martinez is currently ranked #39,144 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Martinez include Mar, May, Marie, and Martie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Martinez 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