Martel
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Warrior Of Mars.
- Origin
- German
Martel Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,689 baby boys have been named Martel. The name peaked in 1991 with 72 US births that year (rank #1332). In 2024, ranked #8085 nationally — 6,753 places below its 1991 peak.
Top States for Martel
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Martel births are: California (157), Michigan (131), Illinois (127).
Other German-Origin Names Like Martel
If you like Martel's German origin, consider these related names: Abelard, Abelard,Allard,Alard, Adal, Adalard, Adalbert. Browse all German names →
6-Letter Names Starting with M
Names with Martel's exact length and starting letter: Maahes, Mabina, Macala, Macawi, Maccus.
Quick Facts About Martel
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martell | Warrior Of Mars. | Male | German |
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Compare Martel to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Martel against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).