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Santiago vs Thiago

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Santiago

Boy #29 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"Saint James"

Origin: Spanish Sant Iago from Latin Sanctus Iacobus

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#29
Total SSA Count
7,407
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Santiago Rank #29
Thiago Rank #55

Santiago is more popular, ranked #29 vs #55 for Thiago.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santiago or Thiago more popular?

Santiago is more popular, ranked #29 compared to Thiago at #55 in the United States.

What do Santiago and Thiago mean?

Santiago means "Saint James" (Spanish Sant Iago from Latin Sanctus Iacobus origin). Thiago means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Santiago and Thiago boy or girl names?

Santiago is primarily a boy name. Thiago is primarily a boy name.

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