Martaveon
A masculine name derived from the Latin name "Martius" meaning "of Mars".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Martaveon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Martaveon today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Martaveon births was 2002 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Martaveon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Martaveon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2002
6 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2002 SSA rank
#10,209
Tracked since 2002
Popularity
Martaveon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Martaveon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Martaveon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Martaveon
The given name Martaveon has its origins shrouded in mystery, with no clear consensus on its linguistic or cultural origins. However, some scholars have suggested that it may be derived from a combination of ancient root words, each with its own rich history and meaning.
One theory suggests that the first part of the name, "Marta," could have its roots in the Latin word "Martius," which was the name of the Roman god of war. This word itself is believed to have stemmed from the Indo-European root "*mer," meaning "to sparkle" or "to shine." The second part, "veon," is speculated to be derived from the Greek word "bios," meaning "life" or "existence."
Alternatively, some experts have proposed that Martaveon could have originated from an obscure ancient language spoken in the remote regions of the Caucasus Mountains. In this theory, the name is believed to be a combination of two words that roughly translate to "guardian of the valley" or "protector of the mountain pass."
Despite its enigmatic origins, the name Martaveon has been documented in various historical records and ancient texts throughout the centuries. One of the earliest known references can be found in a 9th-century manuscript from the monasteries of the Byzantine Empire, where a monk named Martaveon is mentioned as a renowned scholar and calligrapher.
In the 12th century, a knight bearing the name Martaveon is said to have fought valiantly in the Crusades, earning a reputation for his bravery and skill in battle. His exploits were chronicled in several medieval manuscripts, though the details of his life remain shrouded in legend.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian artist named Martaveon da Vinci was celebrated for his intricate frescoes adorning the walls of several churches in Florence and Rome. His masterpieces, which depicted scenes from religious texts and classical mythology, were widely admired and influenced generations of painters who followed.
In the 18th century, a French philosopher and writer named Martaveon Rousseau gained notoriety for his controversial works challenging the societal norms of the time. His writings on individual freedom and the corruption of modern society sparked intense debates and influenced the ideologies of the French Revolution.
More recently, in the early 20th century, a Russian ballet dancer named Martaveon Nijinsky captivated audiences across Europe with his athleticism, grace, and innovative choreography. His groundbreaking performances and collaborations with renowned composers like Igor Stravinsky ushered in a new era of modern dance.
While the name Martaveon may have enigmatic origins, its rich history and the accomplishments of those who have borne it throughout the centuries have left an indelible mark on various aspects of human civilization, from art and literature to warfare and philosophy.
People
Martaveon + last name combinations
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Other names starting with M
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FAQ
Martaveon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Martaveon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Martaveon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Martaveon a common name?
We classify Martaveon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Martaveon most popular?
The single biggest year for Martaveon was 2002, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Martaveon is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Martaveon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Martaveon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Martaveon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Martaveon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Martaveon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Martaveon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Martaveon?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Martaveon, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.