Saint
Saint is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Holy, sacred, or revered person.
Origin and history
Saint is a word name derived from the Latin 'sanctus', meaning holy or sacred. Historically used occasionally as a vocabulary or devotional name, it experienced a significant surge in popularity in the United States during the late 2010s and 2020s. Today, it is recognized as a modern, high-impact choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
7,288 babies in the United States have been named Saint since 1880. It ranks #1418 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #344.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.5 %)
- CA (10.7 %)
- NY (8.3 %)
- FL (6.4 %)
- GA (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 17 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 69 |
| 1920-1930 | 117 |
| 1930-1940 | 64 |
| 1940-1950 | 66 |
| 1950-1960 | 67 |
| 1960-1970 | 12 |
| 1970-1980 | 33 |
| 1980-1990 | 36 |
| 1990-2000 | 38 |
| 2000-2010 | 129 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,013 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,622 |
Fun facts
- The vast majority of total U.S. births registered with the name Saint have occurred since 2015, driven largely by celebrity exposure.
- The name originates from the Latin word 'sanctus', which was used to translate the Greek 'hagios', meaning holy or set apart.