Santiago

Male

Meaning

Of St. James

Origin

Spanish

Pronunciation

/sænˈtiːɑɡoʊ/

Traits associated with the name Santiago:

Santiago has an elegant sound to it that really closes the gap between dog and human.

Dogs named Santiago tend to be loving, affectionate, and strong-willed. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Santiago?

Naming your dog Santiago suggests that you have an appreciation for Spanish culture and language. It could also suggest that you have a strong connection to the name itself, whether it is a family name or a name that has special meaning to you.

Is Santiago a good dog name?

Santiago has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Santiago isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,751
PupNames logo
1,832
New York City Dog Name Database
2,823
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Santiago is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Santiago was, in the past month, the 1403rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Santiago is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Santiago was viewed 76 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Santiago's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Santiago is most adored in Ohio, Illinois and Colorado.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, New Jersey and Wyoming.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Santiago.

Most popular breeds named Santiago:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Poodle
  3. Chihuahua

Santiago is found in these categories:

spanish dog names
spanish

Common Spanish name, linked to Saint James, patron saint of Spain.

Dog names like Santiago:

Third-born Son
Victorious peace guardian.
"Gift of silver"
Venerable
Cartoon detective
Savior
Santiago dog name meaning

Comments icon Comments (0)

Be the first to leave a comment.

Let us know what you think of Santiago as a dog name!