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Martina

Girl name · 109 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Martina: 109 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 6 births in 1977.

The feminine form of Martin, Martina traces its roots to the Latin *Martinus*, a name meaning “of Mars” – Mars being the Roman god of war, so the name carries connotations of strength and martial spirit. The most famous bearer is arguably tennis legend Martina Navratilova, whose powerhouse career made the name synonymous with athletic excellence, while Swiss player Martina Hingis added further sporting renown. Saint Martina, an early Christian martyr, also helped anchor the name in religious tradition. In Scotland, the name has been a steady if not extremely common choice since the 1970s, often seen as a sophisticated alternative to the more widespread Martin. The French variant Martine is also familiar, though Martina remains the dominant form across much of Europe and the Spanish-speaking world.