Martina f
Feminine form of the Latin name Martīnus (see MARTIN (SEE Martin)). This form is in use in almost all the major languages of Europe, although it is not common in France. It was in use from an early period, being borne by a notorious poisoner mentioned by the historian Tacitus. The 3rd-century saint of the same name is of doubtful authenticity. Modern use of the name in the English-speaking world seems to be the result of German or Eastern European influence, as in the case of the tennis player Martina Navratilova (b. 1956), who was born in Czechoslovakia.
Cognates: French, German, and English: Martine. Polish: Martyna.
First names dictionary. 2012.