Santos
Santos is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning “Saints”, pronounced SAHN-tohs. It ranked #766 in the United States in 2025, given to 337 babies, and peaked at #539 in 1944. Common nicknames: Santi, Tito.
How popular is Santos in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Santos mean, and where does it come from?
Santos is the Spanish and Portuguese word for saints, and as a name it refers to All Saints' Day — children born on the first of November were often called Santos, Toussaint in French, Ognissanti in Italian. It became a widespread surname and a given name in its own right across Latin America. American records hold it since 1880 and it entered the top thousand in 1900, and it is rising again now. Brazil's most storied football club carries the name, and so did Pelé's whole career.
How is Santos used around the world?
Santos is used in 3 languages worldwide.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Santos?
Famous People Named Santos
- Santos Iriarte — Uruguayan footballer and winner of the first World Cup
- Santos Dumont — Brazilian aviation pioneer
- Enrique Santos Discépolo — Argentine tango composer and playwright
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Santos mean?
Santos is a boy name of Spanish origin meaning "Saints." Santos is the Spanish and Portuguese word for saints, and as a name it refers to All Saints' Day — children born on the first of November were often called Santos, Toussaint in French, Ognissanti in Italian. It became a widespread surname and a given name in its own right across Latin America.
How do you pronounce Santos?
Santos is pronounced SAHN-tohs. Common variations include Santo, Santiago, Toussaint.
Is Santos a boy name?
Yes, Santos is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Santi, Tito.