The spelling of the word "gilmartin" can be confusing at first. It is pronounced as /ɡɪlˈmɑrtɪn/ with stress on the second syllable. The first part "gil" is easy to understand, as it is a common Scottish surname that means "servant of Jesus". The second part "martin" comes from the name Martin, which has origins in Latin and means "warlike". Put together, "gilmartin" refers to someone with a last name that is associated with being a servant of Jesus who has a strong and warrior-like spirit.