Son of Martin; dedicated to Mars
Martinez is a patronymic surname of Spanish origin, meaning 'son of Martin.' The root name Martin is derived from the Roman name Martinus, which itself comes from Mars, the Roman god of war. While primarily used as a surname, it is occasionally adopted as a given name to honor family heritage.
About 6 boys were named Martinez in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the science fiction novel and film · The Martian
