Santo Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAHN-toh / /ˈsɑn.toʊ/Italian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: saint; Spanish: holy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Santo is derived from the Latin word 'sanctus', meaning 'holy' or 'sacred'. It is commonly used in Italian and Spanish cultures, often associated with saints in Christianity. The name reflects a deep religious significance, particularly in regions with strong Catholic traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Santo has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Santos
International Variants
- Santo (Spanish)
- Santo (Italian)
Famous people named Santo
Santo Domingo: A notable Dominican Republic politician and businessman.
Santo Versace: An Italian fashion designer and businessman, known for his work with the Versace brand.
Fictional characters named Santo
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Santo was first seen in the United States in 1907. Santo has ranked as high as #778 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Santo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Santo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 19 |
| 1912 | 46 |
| 1913 | 38 |
| 1914 | 67 |
| 1915 | 99 |
| 1916 | 86 |
| 1917 | 98 |
| 1918 | 79 |
| 1919 | 72 |
| 1920 | 89 |
| 1921 | 103 |
| 1922 | 83 |
| 1923 | 94 |
| 1924 | 90 |
| 1925 | 116 |
| 1926 | 96 |
| 1927 | 88 |
| 1928 | 92 |
| 1929 | 102 |
| 1930 | 86 |
| 1931 | 61 |
| 1932 | 86 |
| 1933 | 62 |
| 1934 | 56 |
| 1935 | 72 |
| 1936 | 62 |
| 1937 | 44 |
| 1938 | 60 |
| 1939 | 53 |
| 1940 | 38 |
| 1941 | 46 |
| 1942 | 40 |
| 1943 | 39 |
| 1944 | 41 |
| 1945 | 28 |
| 1946 | 46 |
| 1947 | 43 |
| 1948 | 50 |
| 1949 | 45 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 46 |
| 1952 | 31 |
| 1953 | 34 |
| 1954 | 43 |
| 1955 | 40 |
| 1956 | 40 |
| 1957 | 40 |
| 1958 | 52 |
| 1959 | 34 |
| 1960 | 47 |
| 1961 | 32 |
| 1962 | 46 |
| 1963 | 53 |
| 1964 | 35 |
| 1965 | 45 |
| 1966 | 42 |
| 1967 | 34 |
| 1968 | 54 |
| 1969 | 46 |
| 1970 | 37 |
| 1971 | 35 |
| 1972 | 32 |
| 1973 | 39 |
| 1974 | 43 |
| 1975 | 31 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 30 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 23 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 30 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 37 |