Santana
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Saint Anna, holy
Origin: Spanish/Portuguese
Popularity: Ranked #855 in 2025 with 285 babies born.
History: From the Spanish meaning Saint Anna, or from a place name. Guitarist Carlos Santana is the most famous bearer, making it one of the most recognizable names in rock music. It has been used for both genders.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Santana? About 1 in 8,829 babies born in 2025 were named Santana, or roughly 1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Santana
What does the name Santana mean?
Santana means “Saint Anna, holy” from Spanish/Portuguese roots.
What is the origin of the name Santana?
Santana has Spanish/Portuguese origin. The traditional meaning is “Saint Anna, holy”.
How popular is Santana?
Santana ranked #855 in 2025 — given to 285 babies that year.
When was Santana most popular?
Santana peaked in 2020 with 522 babies registered that year.
Is Santana a boy or girl name?
Santana is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 57% of Santanas are boys and 43% are girls.
Is the name Santana rising or falling in popularity?
Santana has risen 745 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1600 in 2020 to #855 in 2025.
How long has Santana been recorded?
Santana appears in birth records across 97 years — from 1910 through 2025.