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Martine

Girl name · 139 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Martine: 139 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 17 births in 1979.

Martine, the elegant feminine form of Martin, traces back to the Latin Martinus, itself a derivative of Mars, the Roman god of war—so its root meaning is “of Mars” or “war-like.” Among famous bearers, English actress and singer Martine McCutcheon charmed audiences in *Love Actually*, while French cinema icon Martine Carol lit up 1950s screens. The name also appears in French politics with Martine Aubry, former mayor of Lille. Though no major places take the name directly, the shared root with Saint Martin places it in countless towns across Europe. Interestingly, Martine has long been a favourite in France and Canada, yet in Scotland it remains a fresh, understated choice—a softer counterpart to the more widespread Martina, offering a touch of continental flair.