Dedicated to Mars; warlike
Martyn is a variant of Martin, derived from the Roman name Martinus. It ultimately stems from Mars, the Roman god of war, signifying a warrior or one dedicated to the deity.
Less common today
Martyn isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,871 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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British Olympic sprinter and European champion
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