Santiago is of Spanish origin, meaning 'Saint James'. It is derived from the name of the apostle Saint James, who was reputedly the first disciple to be martyred. The name gained prominence during the Middle Ages due to the legend of Santiago de Compostela, a pilgrimage site in Spain where it is believed that the remains of Saint James are buried. Today, Santiago continues to be a popular given name across various cultures, particularly among Spanish-speaking communities.
"The name Santiago experienced a dip in popularity between 1980 and 2019, with only five births recorded each year. However, it began to regain traction in recent years, as seen by the five births in both 2019 and 2022. Overall, there have been seventeen children named Santiago born over these three decades."