SANTOS
Santos
Santos is a surname of British origin, though it is more commonly associated with Spanish and Portuguese heritage. The name "Santos" is derived from the Spanish and Portuguese word for "saints". It is a toponymic surname, originating from various places called "Santos" in Portugal and Spain.
The use of the surname Santos in Britain can be attributed to historical connections between the United Kingdom and the Iberian Peninsula. Portuguese and Spanish sailors, traders, and settlers have been present in Britain for centuries, leading to the integration of surnames like Santos into British culture.
Today, individuals with the surname Santos can be found across the United Kingdom, with notable bearers making contributions to various fields such as sports, the arts, academia, and business.
Despite its Iberian origins, the surname Santos has become a part of the diverse tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the multicultural nature of modern British society.
There are approximately 2,753 people named Santos in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,245th most common surname in Britain. Around 42 in a million people in Britain are named Santos.
Origin: Iberian
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Spain
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Spanish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Antonio
- Carlos
- Joao
- Jose
- Luis
- Manuel
- Paulo
- Pedro
- Ricardo
- Rui
Female
- Adriana
- Ana
- Carla
- Claudia
- Lena
- Maria
- Monica
- Patricia
- Paula
- Sandra
- Sonia
- Susana
Similar and related surnames
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