Martin
boy name#335 in 2025Martin entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #44 in 1880, ranks #335 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#335
rank today
#44
peak (1880)
1,009
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #50 |
| 1890s | #62 |
| 1900s | #75 |
| 1910s | #78 |
| 1920s | #81 |
| 1930s | #89 |
| 1940s | #87 |
| 1950s | #78 |
| 1960s | #72 |
| 1970s | #115 |
| 1980s | #123 |
| 1990s | #140 |
| 2000s | #202 |
| 2010s | #268 |
| 2020s | #304 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Martin has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 204,000 people named Martin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Martin alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Martin in 2025?
- Martin ranks #335 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,009 babies given the name.
- When was the name Martin most popular?
- Martin peaked in 1880, reaching #44 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Martin with classmates?
- Martin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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