Martie is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Martinus. It's a unisex name, often used for both males and females, and means 'warlike' or 'of Mars,' the Roman god of war. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, with peaks in usage during the 1970s and 1980s. Martie is also a variant spelling of Martha and Martin.
"Martie had a notable rise in popularity from the late 1950s to the mid-1960s, peaking with 14 births each in 1963 and 1966. However, it experienced significant fluctuations throughout the century."