A 1910s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Sante since 1917
Babies named Sante per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1962, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Sante's real moment was 1917.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 13 |
| 1920s | 17 |
| 1930s | 13 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 11 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 20 |
Meaning & origin
Sante is a rare Italian and French name with dual meanings: 'saint' or 'holy' from the Latin 'sanctus,' and 'health' from the French word for health. In the United States, it has been recorded since 1917, when it first appeared and also peaked in usage. As of 2025, it ranks 9,714th, with an incidence of 1 in 244,011 births, reflecting its uncommon status. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2021, suggesting a modest revival. While it has no top states of concentration, its Italian and French heritage gives it a distinctive European flair. Sante remains a niche choice, often borne by families with Italian or French roots.
Sante is an Italian given name derived from the Latin word 'sanctus,' meaning 'holy' or 'saint.' It is often used as a short form of names like Santino or Santoro. In French contexts, it can be a variant of Santé, meaning 'health.' The name has been used in Italy and France since the late Middle Ages, though it is relatively rare in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Sante
Names that share Sante's style, for a brother or sister.
