Morten

Morten is a Danish and Norwegian form of the Latin name Martinus, itself derived from Martinus, a Late Latin name meaning of Mars or belonging to Mars, referring to the Roman god of war. It spread throughout medieval Europe largely through the influence of Saint Martin of Tours, the fourth-century bishop venerated across the Christian world. The name remains common across Scandinavia and has given rise to the surname Mortensen. Cognates in other languages include Martin, Maarten, and Mårten.