Martínez Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Martínez name began, what it means, and how Herald Lab researches a Martínez coat of arms.
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Origin of the Martínez name
Martínez means "son of Martín", the Spanish form of Martin, honouring Saint Martin of Tours. It developed in medieval Castile and Navarre and spread with Spanish settlement across the Americas. It is among the most common surnames in Spain, Mexico and the United States.
Our historical archives hold much more on the Martínez name: dates, names and records of early bearers.
This overview covers the Martínez name in Spain. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Mexico, Colombia and the United States; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Martínez name FAQ
What does the Martínez name mean?
Son of Martín. Common variants include Martins, Martín, Martines.
Where does the Martínez surname come from?
It originates in Spain, and is also found in Mexico, Colombia and the United States.
Is there a Martínez coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Martínez crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Martínez coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford); US Census Bureau 2010.