Santana
Santana is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Saint Anne.
Origin and history
Santana originated as a Spanish surname derived from a contraction of Santa Ana (Saint Anne). While historically used as both a surname and a given name, it gained modern popularity in the U.S. as a unisex given name inspired by musical and cultural influences. It remains steadily used for girls in contemporary times.
Popularity in the United States
5,941 babies in the United States have been named Santana since 1880. It ranks #2212 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1379.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.4 %)
- NM (10.1 %)
- TX (8.3 %)
- GA (8 %)
- MS (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 116 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,601 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,577 |
| 2000-2010 | 923 |
| 2010-2019 | 972 |
| 2020-2029 | 742 |
Famous people named Santana
- Santana Short: Actress
Fun facts
- The name is a direct phonetic contraction of the Spanish phrase 'Santa Ana'.
- While historically most recognizable as a surname, Santana transitioned into a given name in the United States during the late 20th century.