Santhiago Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Santhiago is a Spanish name that originates from the Latin 'Sanctus Iacobus', meaning 'Saint James'. It has evolved through various forms, including 'Santiago', before becoming the modern variant 'Santhiago'. The name is connected to strong cultural and religious traits, particularly associated with the Christian faith. There is no direct biblical background for the name. It gained popularity in Spain and Latin America during the 15th century and remains a unique and modern choice today.
The name Santhiago is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Santhiago has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Santhiago' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16086th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2893rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Santhiago' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Santhiago"
Pronunciation
/sænˈθiːɑːɡoʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Santhiago is derived from the Spanish name 'Santiago', which is formed from the Latin 'Sanctus Iacobus', meaning 'Saint James'.
Meaning
Saint James
Language Evolution
Sanctus Iacobus, Santiago, Santhiago
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Spain and Latin American countries, especially after the Christian Reconquista of Spain in the 15th century, as Saint James became a symbol of the Christian faith.
Variants & Derivatives
Santiago, Iago, Diego
Modern Popularity & Image
Santhiago is seen as a modern and unique variation of Santiago, often associated with strong cultural and religious connotations.
Famous People
Santiago Calatrava, Santiago Segura
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Santhiago"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Santhiago"
"Santhiago" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16086th of 24088 | 25 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2893rd of 23106 | 503 |
Regional Popularity of "Santhiago" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
68.05% 2711th/3984 |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
33.19% 2264th/6822 |
27.92% 1752nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Santhiago" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Santhiago"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Santhiago" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.