Martavis
A masculine name of American origin meaning "martyr."
Name Census estimates that about 304 living Americans carry the first name Martavis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Martavis today is around 27 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Martavis births was 1993 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Martavis. 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.
People living today
304
~ 1 in 1,127,481 Americans
Peak year
1993
19 babies that year
Average age
27
years old
2019 SSA rank
#13,414
Tracked since 1980
Popularity
Martavis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Martavis from the 1980s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 124 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1990s peak, Martavis remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Martavis 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 Martavis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Martavis' live
Origin
Meaning and history of Martavis
The name Martavis is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery and speculation. Some experts believe it to be a variation of the Latin name Martinus, which itself is derived from the name of the Roman god of war, Mars. Others suggest it could be a portmanteau of the names Martin and Travis, blending elements of different cultures and languages.
While there is no definitive record of the name's earliest appearance, some scholars have traced it back to ancient texts from the Byzantine Empire. In these writings, the name Martavis is believed to have been used as a descriptor for individuals who possessed a fierce, warrior-like spirit, akin to the qualities associated with the god Mars.
One of the earliest documented individuals bearing the name Martavis was a Byzantine general who lived in the 6th century CE. Known for his strategic prowess and unwavering courage on the battlefield, this Martavis played a pivotal role in several campaigns against invading forces, cementing his legacy in the annals of Byzantine military history.
In the 11th century, a monk named Martavis gained renown for his skilled calligraphy and his contributions to the preservation of ancient manuscripts. His intricate and beautiful penmanship adorned countless religious texts and historical records, ensuring their survival through the ages.
During the Renaissance period, a Italian artist named Martavis made a name for himself as a master fresco painter. His vibrant and expressive murals adorned the walls of churches and palaces across Italy, captivating viewers with their vivid depictions of biblical scenes and mythological tales.
In the 18th century, a French explorer and naturalist named Martavis embarked on several expeditions to the Americas, documenting the flora and fauna of the New World. His meticulous journals and illustrations provided invaluable insights into the biodiversity of these uncharted territories, contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge.
While not as widely known today, the name Martavis has left an indelible mark on history, embodying the qualities of strength, creativity, and curiosity that have shaped human civilizations throughout the ages.
People
Martavis + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Martavis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Martavis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 304 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Martavis 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 1,127,481 US residents.
Is Martavis a common name?
We classify Martavis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 311 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Martavis most popular?
The single biggest year for Martavis was 1993, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Martavis is about 27 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Martavis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Martavis 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.
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.