Female and male names starting with the letter "S" .
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SANTANIA
FeminineRare, feminine Italian given name derived from 'Sant' Antonio,' meaning 'Saint Anthony.' First used in prominent Italian families during the late Middle Ages, it gained global popularity over time.
SANTANNA
MasculineDistinctive Spanish name derived from 'santos', meaning 'saints'. It originates from medieval Spain, where Catholic tradition influenced naming practices.
SANTANNA
FeminineDistinctive Spanish name derived from the wild fig tree "santana," meaning "abundance of holiness" or "holy abundance." It is gender-neutral and reflects nature's abundance while symbolizing positivity and prosperity.
SANTANYA
FeminineCaptivating Indian name derived from Sanskrit's "Santana," meaning progenitor or ancestor, and associated with Hindu mythology's mind-born daughter of Brahma. Though its specific meaning is uncertain, Santanya often signifies lineage and ancestry, making it a distinctive tribute to family history. Popular among Indian families for generations, this melodically appealing name has gained global recognition while remaining relatively uncommon. Pronounced "San-tan-ya," emphasizing the first syllable, Santanya offers a rich cultural background suitable for parents seeking unique and significant names.
SANTARA
FeminineIndian origin name derived from Sanskrit "Sant" meaning peace, translating to "one who brings peace".
SANTARIO
MasculineDistinctive Latin-derived name meaning 'holy' or 'saintly', originally popular in medieval Europe for its religious significance.
SANTASHA
FeminineUnique English name derived from Sasha, a diminutive of Alexander, which means 'defending men' in Greek. It combines the prefix 'San-' from Latin 'sanctus', meaning 'holy', hence Santasha signifies 'holy defender'.
SANTASIA
FeminineCaptivating Latin-origin name derived from 'sanctus', meaning 'holy'. It's connected to the Italian noble name Sancia, carrying connotations of spirituality and nobility. Throughout history, notable figures like Saint Ursula have borne this unique and meaningful name, popularized further in modern media such as Fire Emblem video games.
SANTAVIA
FeminineSantavia, Latin-derived female name, translates to 'of the saint's way', combining Italian/Spanish 'saint' (Santa) with 'way/road' (Vía). Rare yet evocative, its meaning suggests guidance by divine virtue or inspiration.
SANTAVIOUS
MasculineUnique American male given name, believed to be derived from elements of 'Santa' and 'Claus', although its origin remains uncertain.
SANTE
MasculineThe name Sante is Italian in origin, derived from 'santo,' meaning 'saint.' It signifies holiness and has been popular across cultures since early Christian times.
SANTEE
MasculineThe Native American name Santee is of Southeastern United States origin, deriving from the historic Santee Sioux tribe, one of seven council fires of the Dakota/Lakota people. While its exact meaning varies, interpretations include 'cloud' or 'little wing,' evoking strength and grace associated with Native American culture.
SANTERIA
FeminineUnique Spanish-origin name derived from "santo" meaning saint and "eria" denoting place or dwelling, signifying a religion combining African spirits and Catholic saints.
SANTERICA
FeminineUnique female given name of Spanish origin, derived from "santo" meaning "saint", with "-rica" denoting something related to sainthood. It may also combine the words "sanctuary" and "serenity".
SANTERRIA
FeminineSanteria is a captivating African-origin name derived from Spanish "santo," meaning saint. It's widely recognized for its association with the Afro-Cuban religion Santeria, symbolizing reverence for saints and spirits, but it also stands independently as a powerful and culturally rich given name in Latin America.
SANTEZ
MasculineThe Italian-origin name Santez means 'of Saint's Day' or 'of the Holy One', derived from 'santo', and was traditionally used for children born on saints' days.
SANTFORD
MasculineSterling is an English name derived from 'steren', meaning 'little star', with notable bearers including actor Sterling Hayden and fictional agency Sterling Cooper.
SANTHA
FeminineSantana is a Spanish name meaning "little saint" or "holy one," derived from the word "santo," signifying holiness and purity.
SANTHIAGO
MasculineSantiago is a distinct given name of Spanish origin, derived from the surname Santiago which means "St. James." It honors Saint James the Apostle and celebrates his significance in Christianity.
SANTHOSH
MasculineSantosh is an Indian origin name derived from Sanskrit words 'Santi' (peace) and 'Shi' (to possess), translating to 'endowed with peace'. It signifies calmness and composure, popular among parents worldwide seeking meaningful names for their children.
SANTI
FeminineCatalan name meaning 'saint', derived from the Latin word 'sanctus'. It serves as a short form of Santiago or Sancti Spiritus, and has historic ties to St. James the Greater.
SANTI
MasculineSpanish origin and means "saint" or "holy".
SANTIA
FeminineLatin-origin name derived from 'sanctus,' meaning 'holy.'
SANTIAGA
FeminineRare yet captivating female name with Spanish roots, derived from the masculine Santiago meaning 'Saint James'.
SANTIAGO
FeminineSpanish name derived from 'santo,' meaning holy or saint, associated with Santiago de Compostela, the resting place of Saint James the Apostle.
SANTIAGO
MasculineSpanish name derived from Saint James the Greater, meaning "Saint James," popularized during medieval pilgrimages to Santiago de Compostela.
SANTIANA
FeminineUnique, captivating female name of Latin origin, derived from 'sanctus' meaning holy or sacred.
SANTIANO
MasculineItalian name of Latin origin that means 'holy John'.
SANTIEL
MasculineDistinctive Spanish name derived from 'San' (holy) and 'Tiel' (from Germanic Theudelind), signifying holiness and strength.
SANTIGO
MasculineThe name Santiago is of Spanish origin, meaning 'Saint James,' and was inspired by the pilgrimage destination Santiago de Compostela in northwest Spain.
SANTINA
FeminineItalian feminine name derived from 'santus', meaning holy or saintly, thus signifying "little saint".
SANTINI
MasculineItalian origin and means "little saint" or "holy one," derived from the given name Santo meaning "saint.
SANTINO
MasculineItalian masculine given name derived from the Latin word "santus," meaning holy or saintly.
SANTITA
FeminineUncommon yet charming Italian-derived name meaning 'little saint' or 'holy one.'
SANTO
MasculineSpanish name derived from the Latin word 'sanctus', meaning 'holy' or 'saint'.
SANTOI
MasculineRare, mysterious name with unknown origins and no widely accepted meaning, first appearing in the early 1900s.
SANTONIA
FeminineDistinctive Italian-origin female name derived from the Latin word "sanctus," meaning "holy.
SANTONIA
MasculineItalian name derived from Latin 'sanctus', meaning holy or saintly.
SANTONIO
MasculineItalian name derived from 'Sanctus' (holy) and 'Antonio', signifying 'holy Antonio', with origins tracing back to ancient Etruscan names.
SANTORIA
FeminineRare yet profound Latin-derived name that signifies "of the saints," embodying religious virtue and piety.