Santiago
Santiago is a Spanish and Portuguese name meaning "Saint James," derived from the Latin Sanctus Iacobus. It holds deep religious and cultural significance, especially tied to the pilgrimage route Camino de Santiago in Spain.
Current Popularity
#29 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Popular in Spanish-speaking countries and increasingly embraced internationally
- •English speakers may initially struggle with the authentic Spanish pronunciation
- •Rich cultural and religious heritage associated with the apostle Saint James
- •The nickname Diego has historical linguistic connections to Santiago
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Famous People
Santiago Ramón y Cajal
Spanish Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist
Santiago Cabrera
Chilean actor
Santiago Casilla
Dominican professional baseball player
Santiago Solari
Argentine footballer and manager
Statistics
96,232
Total births since 1880
2024
Peak year
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