Find out how popular the first name Martese has been for the last 44 years (from 1976 to 2019) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Martese by gender

Based on the last 44 years of data, Martese is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2019, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Martese.

The history of the first name Martese

The name Martese finds its origins in the Italian language. It is a combination of the Latin root "mart" meaning "war" and the suffix "-ese" which denotes origin or belonging to a particular place or group. The name is believed to have first emerged during the Renaissance period in Italy.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Martese can be found in the writings of the Italian poet and philosopher Dante Alighieri, who lived from 1265 to 1321. In his epic poem "Divine Comedy," Dante makes reference to a character named Martese, though the context suggests it may have been a surname rather than a given name.

During the 15th century, the name Martese gained popularity among the noble families of Florence and other Italian city-states. It was often associated with individuals who had achieved military success or held positions of power and authority.

One notable figure from this period was Martese Gherardini (1420-1492), a Florentine nobleman and diplomat who served as an ambassador to the court of Pope Sixtus IV. He is remembered for his role in negotiating peace treaties between rival Italian states.

In the 16th century, the name Martese found its way into the arts and literature. Martese Buonarroti (1528-1592), a distant relative of the famous artist Michelangelo, was a prominent sculptor and architect in his own right, responsible for several notable works in Rome and Florence.

Another individual of note was Martese Ricci (1552-1610), an Italian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of optics and the telescope. He was a contemporary of Galileo Galilei and is credited with improving the design of early telescopes.

The name Martese continued to be used in various parts of Italy throughout the 17th and 18th centuries, though its popularity waned somewhat during this period. One notable figure from this time was Martese Caracciolo (1672-1743), a Neapolitan nobleman and military leader who played a crucial role in the War of the Spanish Succession.

As the centuries passed, the name Martese became less common, though it has occasionally resurfaced in various forms and spellings across different cultures and languages. Despite its relatively obscure status, the name retains a connection to its Italian roots and the rich history associated with its earliest bearers.

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