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Santino

Updated: by Sarah Nance

Santino is a charming baby name used for boys. Santino is also a diminutive version of another Italian name. It is used sparingly in the United States and still remains a popular boy's name in Italy. Keep reading to learn more about this name.

Meaning and Origin of the name Santino:

Santino is taken from the Italian name “Santo,” which translates to “little saint.” Meanwhile, that Italian word is derived from the Latin term “Sanctus”. This gives the baby name Santino both Italian and Latin origins.

Symbolism of the name Santino:

With the name’s connection to saints, Santino comes across as something sacred. There is strength, acceptance, and devotion found in such a name as Santino.

Nicknames for the name Santino:

  • Tino
  • Sonny
  • Sandy
  • San
  • Santi
  • Tin
  • Ino
  • Santy
  • Antony 

Style of the name Santino:

Classic

Gender of the name Santino:

Santino is a name for baby boys.

Pronunciation of the name Santino:

san-TEE-no

Number of syllables in the name Santino:

Three

Emotion evoked from the name Santino:

There is a stylish and timeless feel to the baby name Santino.

Alternative spellings for the name Santino:

There are no popular alternative spellings for the baby name Santino.

Popularity of the name Santino:

According to the Social Security Index, Santino saw an uptick recently in terms of popularity, ranking #443 in 2020.

  • Santos
  • Santo
  • Saint 
  • Santana
  • Marino
  • Salvio
  • Andino

Great middle names for Santino and their meanings:

  • Alonzo (noble, ready)
  • Gianni (God is gracious)
  • Ricco (dominant ruler)
  • Gabriel (God is my strength)
  • Miguel (who is like God)
  • Ciro (sun)
  • Dante (enduring)
  • Andres (strong and manly)

Famous people with the name Santino:

  • Santino Ferrucci (American race car driver)
  • Santino Marella (ring name for Canadian WWE wrestler Anthony Carelli)
  • Santino Rice (American fashion designer)
  • Santino Fontana (American actor)
  • Santino Quaranta (American soccer player)

Santinos in movies/pop culture:

  • Santino “Sonny” Corleone (the character in the novel and film The Godfather)
  • Santino (a character in The Vampire Chronicles book series)
  • Santino Guillermo (the character in the religious drama TV series May Bukas Pa)

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