Martin
Meaning: Of Mars or warlike
Origin: Latin
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #99
Total births: 6,105
History: Martin peaked in the 1970s in Australia. Martin Place is Sydney's central civic space — where the Martin Place siege of 2014 shocked the nation. The name represents Australian resilience in the face of unexpected violence.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1992) | #97 |
| Babies named Martin in 1992 | 87 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 6,105 |
| Peak year | 1970 (233 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #41 |
| Years in records | 1952–1992 (41 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 13 spots |
Frequently asked about Martin
What does the name Martin mean?
Martin means “Of Mars or warlike” from Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Martin?
Martin has Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “Of Mars or warlike”.
How popular is Martin in Australia?
Martin ranked #97 in Australia in 1992 — given to 87 babies that year.
When was Martin most popular?
Martin peaked in 1970 with 233 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Martin a boy or girl name?
Martin is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Martins in registered births are male.
Is the name Martin rising or falling in popularity?
Martin has fallen 13 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #84 in 1987 to #97 in 1992.
How long has Martin been recorded in Australia?
Martin appears in birth records in Australia across 41 years — from 1952 through 1992.