Updated October 2026
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French
"warlike"
Sleek and sophisticated.
Latin
Marcellina is one feminine form of the names derived from the ancient Roman Marcellus. There was a Saint Marcellina who was a 4th century virgin and the only sister of Saint Ambrose.
Catalan variation of Martin or variation of Marty, Latin
Typically spelled with an accent over the I, as Martí, this name is a popular choice in the Catalan region of Spain. The I-ending spelling reads as feminine in many Anglophone countries — indeed,…
Greek
In Greek mythology, Areia — also called Aria — was a nymph who became the mother (by Apollo) of Miletus (the founder of the city Miletus).
Marciana is a cooler (much cooler) elaboration of Marcia.
Diminutive of Consuelo, Graciela, or Marcela, Spanish
"she who brings consolation; grace; warlike"
The beautiful Consuelo, with its compassionate meaning, is deserving of being used in full.
Variation of Marcia, Latin
Martia, more distinctive than cousins Marta, Marcia and Marsha, also has a strong image and slightly unexpected feel.
Spanish
Less substantial than many other Latin choices.
Hungarian variation of Martin, Latin
Ashanti, Akan, Twi
"African ethnic group; warlike"
Although Ashanti is a much better known name via the female hip-hop singer, Asante is also an appealing way to honor Asante or Ashanti heritage. It's the name of a people and language based in Ghana.
Hungarian variation of Mark, Latin
Estonian variation of Marcus, Latin
An attractive international variation of Marcus that could get you to the nickname Gus.
Slovene variation of Martina, Latin
Diminutive of Martin, Latin
Fresher and snappier than Marty and Martin, could Mart be successful as an independent baby name? It certainly has in the Netherlands, where it featured in the Top 300 in a recent year, outranking…
Polish variation of Mariusz, Latin
Polish variation of Martin, Latin
Softens up the 20th century classic Martin.
Variation of Martinka, Slovene
A Top 50 name in Slovenia. It peaked in 2015 at Number 20.
Catalan form of Martin
Combination of Mark and Wayne
"warlike + wagon"
A rare compound name, blending two mid-century favorites, Markwayne is notably borne by American politician Markwayne Mullin. Named for his two paternal uncles, he is likely one of only a handful of…
Spanish form of Ptolemais, Greek
"aggressive, warlike"
Ptolemaida is a distinctive feminine form of Ptolemy, with charming nickname options such as Tolly, Maia, and Aida. It is also the name of a town in Western Macedonia, Greece.