Martravius
A unique masculine name possibly derived from Latin or Ancient Roman origins.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Martravius. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Martravius today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Martravius births was 2006 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Martravius. 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 Martravius. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2006
5 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2006 SSA rank
#13,310
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Martravius: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Martravius 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 Martravius 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 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Martravius
The given name Martravius is a relatively obscure and rare name, with its origins shrouded in mystery and speculation. Some scholars believe it may have roots in ancient Etruscan or Roman cultures, while others suggest it could be derived from a combination of Latin and Greek words.
One theory suggests that Martravius is a hybrid name, with the first part "Mar" potentially stemming from the Latin word "Mars," the Roman god of war. The latter part, "travius," could be linked to the Greek word "travos," meaning "brave" or "valiant." If this etymology is accurate, the name Martravius may have been bestowed upon individuals who exhibited bravery or martial prowess.
Another theory posits that Martravius originated from the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Tuscany, Italy. The Etruscans had a rich and distinctive culture, with their own language and naming traditions. It is possible that Martravius was an Etruscan name, though its precise meaning remains elusive.
Historical records of individuals bearing the name Martravius are scarce, but a few notable figures have been documented. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Martravius Claudius, a Roman soldier who lived during the 1st century AD. He is mentioned in several military dispatches for his bravery in battles against Germanic tribes along the Rhine frontier.
In the 5th century, a monk named Martravius Benedictus is said to have lived in a monastery in southern Italy. He is credited with transcribing several ancient manuscripts, preserving valuable texts for future generations.
During the Renaissance period, a Italian artist named Martravius Cellini was known for his intricate metalwork and sculptures. He was commissioned by several noble families in Florence and Rome to create ornate pieces for their palaces and churches.
In the 18th century, a French philosopher named Martravius Rousseau gained recognition for his writings on social contract theory and his influential work on education, "Emile."
Lastly, in the early 20th century, a German explorer named Martravius von Richthofen embarked on several expeditions to remote regions of Asia and Africa, documenting the landscapes and cultures he encountered along the way.
While the name Martravius may be obscure, its potential roots in ancient cultures and the individuals who have borne it throughout history add to its intrigue and mystique.
People
Martravius + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Martravius as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Martravius: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Martravius?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Martravius 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Martravius a common name?
We classify Martravius as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Martravius most popular?
The single biggest year for Martravius was 2006, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Martravius is about 20 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 Martravius in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Martravius a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Martravius 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 Martravius still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Martravius 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 Martravius 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 are named Martravius?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.