Santiago

Santiago traditionally means 'Saint James'. James was one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles. He is often considered a leading figure among the apostles. Santiago also reflects traits such as leadership, determination, and loyalty.

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The name Santiago has its roots in the Spanish culture. It originates from Saint James the Apostle, with 'Santo' meaning 'Saint' and 'Iago' being an old Spanish form of James, thus forming 'Saint James'.

  • Popularity: 63rd
  • Babies named Santiago in the US in 2023:
    Female: 7
    Male: 6328
  • Nicknames: Santi, Tiago, Jago, Yago, San.
  • Full Names: Santiago de Compostela, Santiago Benavides, Santiago Heraldo, Santiago Dominguez, Santiago Guzman.
  • Famous Namesakes: Santiago Ramón y Cajal - Nobel Laureate Scientist, Santiago Calatrava - Architect, Santiago Solari - Footballer, Santiago Cabrera - Actor, Santiago Segura - Director.
  • Gender: Primarily considered a masculine or male name.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Santiago resonates with the number 3, which symbolizes creativity, inspiration, and optimism. Individuals with the numerology number 3 are often seen as outgoing, expressive, and skilled in communication. They have a natural ability to charm those around them with their sparkling wit and captivating storytelling abilities.

The name Santiago has seen steady popularity in many Spanish-speaking countries. It's among the popular names in nations like Chile, Mexico, and Spain, and has steadily gained traction in the United States over the past decade.

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