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Märt
Märt is a boy's name. From Latin Martinus, "of Mars". Mardipäev on 10 November is a lively Estonian folk tradition with costumes and songs.
Meaning
From Latin Martinus, "of Mars". Mardipäev on 10 November is a lively Estonian folk tradition with costumes and songs.
Origin
Estonian form of Martin, from Latin.
Name day
The traditional Estonian name day for Märt is November 10. In Estonia and Finland that is a day to send a quick word of congratulation. Name-day calendars differ between countries and are updated from time to time, so the same name can fall on another date across the border.
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Source: Traditional Estonian name-day calendar; etymology is the standard documented origin. · checked 2026-09-04
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Märt mean?
From Latin Martinus, "of Mars". Mardipäev on 10 November is a lively Estonian folk tradition with costumes and songs.
When is Märt's name day?
The traditional Estonian name day for Märt is November 10. It can fall on a different date in Finland or Sweden.
Where does the name Märt come from?
Estonian form of Martin, from Latin.
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