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Origin: Latin

Meaning: God of war; Dedicated to Mars

If you know baby will be a little warrior, what better name could suit but mighty Mars? Mars is gender-neutral and Latin in origin, referring to the Roman mythological god of war and agricultural guardian and signifying “dedicated to Mars.” Since Mars was thought to be the father of Remus and Romulus, who founded Rome, he was a fierce protector of the city and its way of life. Mars was depicted as less chaotic and volatile than his Greek counterpart, Ares, as his fury was dark and unpredictable rather than explosive. Mars is also the name given to the red planet, making it a chic astronomy-inspired name for lovers of outer space. A name like Mars will remind baby of their strength and resilience, helping them achieve excellence on life’s great battlefield.