Santeria
Pronunciation: [ s-ant-EHR-ee-uh ]
Santeria is a girl baby name. Ranked #21,731 in the US, popular nicknames include San, Say, and Sanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Santeria first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 40 babies have been named Santeria in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Santeria is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,731 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #21,731
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Santeria
Santeria is a girl name .
Santeria is currently ranked #21,731 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Santeria include San, Say, Sanie, and Santie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Santeria include Santana, Santita . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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