Martis is a unisex given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman god Mars. In ancient Roman religion and mythology, Mars was the god of war and also an agricultural guardian, making him a protector of Rome itself. The name Martis has been interpreted as meaning "of Mars" or "dedicated to Mars." It is often used interchangeably with its male counterpart, Martin, but it can also be given independently to children of either gender. In various languages and cultures around the world, such as Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese, Martis may have different spellings and variations. However, the core meaning and origin remain consistent across these iterations.
The name Martis has seen fluctuations over the years with peaks in 1937 and 1955, both having 6 births each, while there was a notable increase to 8 births in 1980. The most recent data from 2001 shows a decline with only 5 births recorded that year. Altogether, there have been 32 babies named Martis born between 1937 and 2001.