Matteo vs Santiago

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Matteo

Boy #138 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew via Italian

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Boy #29 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"Saint James"

Origin: Spanish Sant Iago from Latin Sanctus Iacobus

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Matteo Rank #138

Santiago Rank #29

Santiago is more popular, ranked #29 vs #138 for Matteo.

Is Matteo or Santiago more popular?

Santiago is more popular, ranked #29 compared to Matteo at #138 in the United States.

What do Matteo and Santiago mean?

Matteo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin). Santiago means "Saint James" (Spanish Sant Iago from Latin Sanctus Iacobus origin).

Are Matteo and Santiago boy or girl names?

Matteo is primarily a boy name. Santiago is primarily a boy name.