Doc Martens and Dr. Martens are two names for the same iconic footwear brand. The name was originally registered as “Dr. Martens” in 1960, but due to legal disputes over registered trademarks, the company began using the name “Doc Martens” in certain markets, such as the United States. Today, both names refer to the same brand, with the “Dr. Martens” name typically being used in the United Kingdom and the “Doc Martens” name being more common in other regions.