Martel

The name Martel peaked for boys at #1150 in 1983. The name is most popular in MARTEL and MARTEL. Martel is occasionally used for girls in 1981.

6 Letter Girl Names

Names Ending in L for Girls

Two Syllable Names for Girls

Martel is a feminine name of French origin that initially developed as a surname meaning 'hammer.' It gained historical significance through Charles Martel, the 8th-century Frankish military leader whose nickname 'The Hammer' reflected his fighting prowess. As a given name for girls, Martel is uncommon but carries strength and distinctive character. The name conveys determination and resilience through its connection to the tool metaphor. While more frequently used for males or as a surname, its adoption as a feminine name represents the modern trend of repurposing surnames and traditionally masculine names for girls. Its crisp sound and historical associations give it sophistication and substance.

The name Martel peaked for girls at #9248 in 1973. Martel is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

Year	US rank	Births	Per million
2014	—	0	0
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2016	—	0	0
2017	#4,417	23	12.4
2018	#4,311	24	13.2
2019	—	0	0
2020	—	0	0
2021	—	0	0
2022	—	0	0
2023	—	0	0
2024	—	0	0
2025	—	0	0

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