Santosh
Pronunciation: [ s-AHNT-ahsh ]
Santosh is a boy baby name. Ranked #10,851 in the US, popular nicknames include San, Say, and Sanie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Santosh first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 146 babies have been named Santosh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Santosh is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,851 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #10,851
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Santosh
Santosh is a boy name .
Santosh is currently ranked #10,851 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Santosh include San, Say, Sanie, and Santie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Santosh include Santiago, Santino, Santana, Santos, Santi . 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis