Mars is a unique and intriguing given name, of Latin origin, which means 'God of War' in Roman mythology. It's also the name of the fourth planet from our sun, known for its distinctive red color due to iron oxide on its surface. Mars has been associated with masculinity throughout history, as it was the Roman god of war and protector of the state.
The name Mars experienced a significant increase in popularity between 2021 and 2022, with the number of births nearly doubling from 30 to 60 (15 in 2021 plus 45 in 2022). However, it's important to note that this might not reflect an actual trend due to the large disparity between these years. Prior to 2021, the name had an average of around 13 births per year (6+7+15+20+19 = 67 over five years). After 2022, it seems Mars has returned to its previous levels with only 15 births. Overall, from 2016 to 2023, there were a total of 148 babies named Mars.