MARTENS

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Martens

Martens is a British surname that has its roots in the Germanic personal name "Martin." The surname is derived from the medieval given name "Martin," which was itself a Latin name that meant "warlike" or "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war. The name was introduced to Britain by the Normans after the Norman Conquest of 1066.

The Martens surname is found throughout Britain, with concentrations in regions that have historical ties to Norman settlements. Over the centuries, the surname has evolved and diversified, leading to variations such as Martin and Martell.

Martens is a patronymic surname, meaning that it was often formed by adding the suffix "-s" to the given name of an ancestor named Martin. This practice was common in medieval times and served to indicate descent from a particular forebear.

Individuals bearing the surname Martens have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, business, and politics. The surname has a rich history and is part of the tapestry of British surnames that reflects the country's diverse linguistic and cultural heritage.

There are approximately 214 people named Martens in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Martens.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Netherlands

Language of origin: Dutch

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Alexander
Andrew
Antony
Christopher
David
Edward
Jed
Joshua
Paul
Peter
Sililo
Thomas
Timothy

Female

Alexandra
Belinda
Elizabeth
Ingrid
Jan
Jane
Johanna
Julie
Karen
Katherine
Kylie
Margaret
Marie
Marion
Rebecca

Similar and related surnames

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