Of Latin origin.
From the Roman name Martinus, deriving from Mars the Ancient Roman god of war and guardian of agriculture.
Feminine form of the masculine name Martin.
Saint Martina was a virgin martyr and is one of the patron saints of Rome in Italy.
Alternative forms of the name are: Martine, Martie, Tina, Tineke, Ina.
Famous bearers are Martina Navratilova, Martina McBride, Martina Hingis, Martina Topley-Bird, Martina Arroyo, Martina Hill, Martina Gedeck, Martina Gusman, Martina Aitolehti.
Martina is a popular name in Chile, Spain and Italy.