Santos
Santos is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Saints or holy.
Origin and history
Santos is a traditional male name derived from the Spanish word for 'saints', rooted in the Latin 'sanctus'. Historically given to children born on All Saints' Day, it has maintained a steady presence in the United States, ranking within the top 800 male names in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
18,814 babies in the United States have been named Santos since 1880. It ranks #855 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #795.
States where it is most popular
- TX (48 %)
- CA (23.1 %)
- NY (7.4 %)
- AZ (4.2 %)
- IL (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 10 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 128 |
| 1910-1920 | 397 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,047 |
| 1930-1940 | 843 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,137 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,351 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,526 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,750 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,856 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,158 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,613 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,245 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,743 |
Famous people named Santos
- Santos Saúl Álvarez Barragán: Professional Boxer
Fun facts
- Historically, the name Santos was often bestowed on boys born on November 1st, All Saints' Day.
- It derives directly from the Latin word 'sanctus', which means holy or consecrated.