Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Santiago.
National Rank (2025)
#26
All-Time Peak Rank
#26 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
103,828
Unisex Distribution99.9% Boy / 0.1% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Santiago Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Santiago
According to SSA data, Santiago achieved its highest historical rank of #26 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 7,554 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 134.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 126 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Santiago scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+134.7% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record7,554Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
9yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
126Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:77
1890s:62
1900s:123
1910s:476
1920s:1,050
1930s:935
1940s:1,111
1950s:1,330
1960s:1,464
1970s:2,083
1980s:2,627
1990s:4,283
2000s:14,613
2010s:36,449
2020s:37,145
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesSan-ti-a-go
Letter Count8 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 79.0% of SSA names. Starts with S, a letter used by only 7.9% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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