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Martyn

MAR-tin

Popularity

#13467

falling

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Latin

Total Births

566

Peak Year

#17 in 1956

First Recorded

1917

Style

Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A variation of Martin, derived from the Roman god Mars, the god of war. It suggests a warrior-like spirit.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Martyn Thompson

    An English interior designer and art director.

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

BraveDeterminedHonestIndependent

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