Santana
Spanish (Latin American) · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Santana
The given name 'Santana' is derived from the Latin word 'sanctus,' meaning 'holy,' and has its roots in the Latin language.
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Etymology
The given name 'Santana' is derived from the Latin word 'sanctus,' meaning 'holy,' and has its roots in the Latin language. Santana is commonly used in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in Latin America, and has historical connections to the Catholic Church, as it was originally used as a surname to signify a person's association with a holy place or a saint.
Santana currently ranks #855 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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