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Martínez is a widely spread surname (among other European surnames) due in large part to the global influence of the Spanish culture on territories and colonies in the Americas Africa and Asia.
Roberto Martínez Montoliu (born 13 July 1973) is a Spanish professional football manager and former player. He was most recently the manager of the Portuguese national team. Martínez played as a defensive midfielder and began his career at Real Zaragoza with whom he won the Copa del Rey.
The Martinez surname means 'son of Martin' and comes from the Latin name Martinus. Martinez is a very common surname in Spanish-speaking countries and ranks 74th in the world.
Martinez comes from the personal name Martin which is itself derived from the Latin Martinus whose root is Mars the name of the Roman god of fertility and war. The name Martinez became popular throughout Christian Europe after it was borne by the 4th century saint Martin of Tours.
Martínez is the most common surname in the Spanish regions of Navarre La Rioja Cuenca and Murcia. There are also variations such as San Martin and Martín (with an accent on the "i"). It originated as a patronymic surname meaning "son of Martín" (English: Martin).