Sanjuanita

Updated: October 27, 2021 by MomsWhoThink Staff

Sanjuanita is a unique baby name that has some vintage appeal, and it sounds a bit exotic and international. It was popular in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s, but it hasn't made the list of the top 1,000 baby names since. Sanjuanita pairs well with classic middle names, particularly one-syllable virtue options like Grace and Faith.

Meaning of the name Sanjuanita:

Spanish: Saint John

Origin of the name Sanjuanita:

Sanjuanita is a made-up name that joins the prefix “San” with the traditional name “Juanita.” “San” means “saint” in Spanish and is commonly found in city names in the United States, like San Diego, San Jose and San Francisco. Juanita is a feminine Spanish version of the name John.

Symbolism of the name Sanjuanita:

Sanjuanita offers plenty of religious symbolism. Because it literally begins with the Spanish word for “saint,” new parents may choose it to honor a specific saint. It could also be a way to honor a parent or grandparent named John or Juanita. Both names mean “God is gracious,” so it's possible for Christian parents to find symbolism here as well.

Style of the name Sanjuanita:

Modern

Gender of the name Sanjuanita:

Sanjuanita is a girl's baby name.

Pronunciation of the name Sanjuanita:

san-wahn-EE-tah

Number of syllables in the name Sanjuanita:

Four

Emotion evoked from the name Sanjuanita:

The baby name Sanjuanita evokes images of someone who is morally good and faithful.

Alternative spellings for the name Sanjuanita:

N/A

Nicknames for the name Sanjuanita:

Sandy
Juanita
Johnni
Nita
Jules

Popularity of the name Sanjuanita:

According to the Social Security Administration, Sanjuanita was a top 1,000 baby name for girls in the United States between 1949 and 1953. It last ranked at number 854 in 1953.