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Santiago

Boy name · 58 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Santiago: 58 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 7 births in 2010.

Santiago is the Spanish form of Saint James, derived from the Latin *Sanctus Iacobus*, meaning "Saint James." The name carries deep religious significance, as Saint James the Apostle is the patron saint of Spain and his reputed burial site in Santiago de Compostela became a major pilgrimage destination. Famous bearers include the pioneering Spanish neuroscientist Santiago Ramón y Cajal, often called the father of modern neuroscience, and the celebrated architect and engineer Santiago Calatrava, known for his futuristic bridges and buildings. The city of Santiago, Chile, shares its name, as do many other places across the Spanish-speaking world. While not traditionally Scottish, Santiago has appeared occasionally in Scottish birth records, reflecting the country's growing cultural diversity.