San Martín facts for kids

"San Martín" is a name you'll find in many places and connected to many people, especially in Spanish-speaking countries. It often refers to Saint Martin, a very important saint. But it's also the name of famous heroes, leaders, towns, and even sports teams! Let's explore some of the most well-known meanings of "San Martín."

People Named San Martín

Many important people have carried the name San Martín. Here are a few:

Heroes and Leaders

• José de San Martín (1778–1850) was a national hero of Argentina. He was a brave general in the 1800s. He led the fight for independence from Spain in the southern part of South America. He helped countries like Argentina, Chile, and Peru become free.
• Ramón Grau San Martín (1881–1969) was a doctor and a political leader. He served as the President of Cuba two times.
• Joaquín de San Martín (1770–1854) and José María San Martín (1811–1857) both served as Presidents of El Salvador.
• Vicente San Martin (1839–1901) was a military leader and a national hero in Mexico.
• Basilio San Martin (1849–1905) was also a military leader in Mexico. He commanded the Fortress of San Juan De Ulua.

Sports Stars

Several athletes are known by the name San Martín:

• Andrés San Martín (born 1978) is an Argentine football player.
• Carlos Aníbal San Martín (born 1971) is another Argentine football player.
• Horacio San Martín (born 1982) is an Argentine rugby player.
• Nelson San Martín (born 1980) is a Chilean football player.

Other Notable People

• Fray Thomas de San Martín (1482–1555) was a very important person in education. He founded the National University of San Marcos in Lima, Peru. This is one of the oldest universities in the Americas!
• Juan Zorrilla de San Martín (1855–1931) was a famous poet from Uruguay. He wrote long, epic poems.

Places Called San Martín

The name San Martín is also used for many cities, towns, and regions around the world, especially in Latin America and Spain.

In Argentina

Argentina has many places named after its national hero, José de San Martín:

• San Martín, Buenos Aires is a large city in the Buenos Aires Province.
• San Martín de los Andes is a beautiful town in the mountains of Patagonia. It's a popular spot for tourism.
• There are also several San Martín Departments (like a county or region) in different provinces, such as Mendoza, San Juan, and Santa Fe.

In Colombia

• San Martín, Meta and San Martín, Cesar are towns in Colombia.

In El Salvador

• San Martín, San Salvador is a municipality in El Salvador.

In Mexico

Mexico has many towns and municipalities named San Martín, often combined with other words:

• San Martín Texmelucan is a city in the state of Puebla.
• San Martín de las Pirámides is near the famous ancient city of Teotihuacan.
• Many other towns in Oaxaca and Jalisco also carry the name.

In Peru

• The Department of San Martín is a large region in northern Peru. It's known for its beautiful rainforests.
• There is also a San Martín Province within that region.
• San Martín de Porres District is a district in the capital city of Lima.

In Spain

• San Martín de Valdeiglesias is a town in the Community of Madrid.
• San Martín del Río is a town in the region of Aragón.

In the United States

• San Martin, California is a small community in California.

In Antarctica

• San Martín Base is an Argentine research station located in Antarctica. Scientists live and work there to study the icy continent.

Infrastructure and Transportation

The name San Martín is also used for important buildings and transport systems:

• San Martín station is a metro station in Lima, Peru.
• San Martín (Mexibús) is a bus rapid transit station in Mexico.
• Línea San Martín (Buenos Aires) is a commuter train line in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Football Clubs

Many football (soccer) clubs are named San Martín, often honoring the saint or the general:

• Club Atlético San Martín de Tucumán is a well-known football club from Argentina.
• Club Atlético San Martín de San Juan is another Argentine football club.
• Universidad San Martín de Porres is a top-tier football club from Peru.

In Movies

• San Martín: El Cruce de los Andes is a 2010 movie. It tells the exciting story of José de San Martín's famous crossing of the Andes mountains.

See also

• General José de San Martín (disambiguation)
• St. Martin (disambiguation)
• Sânmartin (disambiguation)
• Sint Maarten (disambiguation)