Santino
Boy name · 30 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Santino: 30 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2021.
The name Santino comes from Italian, a diminutive of Santo, meaning "little saint" or "holy one." It gained widespread recognition through Mario Puzo's *The Godfather*, where Santino "Sonny" Corleone was the fiery eldest son of the family. Real-life bearers include American actor Santino Fontana, known for his Tony-winning role in *Tootsie*, and professional wrestler Santino Marella. Though the name has Italian roots, it fits comfortably in modern Scottish naming patterns, where melodic continental names have become increasingly popular. Variants include the Spanish Santino and the direct Italian Santo. While no major Scottish place takes this name, its saintly meaning gives it a timeless, gentle quality that balances strength with warmth.
Boy 8 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20215 babies
- Latest (2022)
- #5225 babies
- Total births
- 30since 1991
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 40%vs prior 5y