Find out how popular the first name Santiano has been for the last 1 years (from 2023 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Santiano by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Santiano is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Santiano.

The history of the first name Santiano

The given name Santiano is derived from the Italian name Santino, which itself is a diminutive form of the Italian name Santo, meaning "holy" or "saint." The name has its roots in Latin, stemming from the word "sanctus," which also means "holy" or "consecrated." Santiano is a variant spelling that likely emerged in certain regions of Italy, particularly in the southern parts of the country.

The name's association with holiness and sainthood can be traced back to the early days of Christianity, as many early saints and religious figures bore similar names. However, there are no specific historical references or ancient texts that directly mention the name Santiano or its variants.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Santiano was Santiano di Bartolo, an Italian painter and sculptor who lived in the 14th century (c. 1330-1410). He is known for his fresco work in the church of San Francesco in Montefalco, Italy.

Another notable figure with this name was Santiano Rocca (1592-1635), an Italian painter and architect who worked in Rome during the Baroque period. He is best known for his architectural designs and his contributions to the decoration of several churches in the city.

In the 18th century, Santiano Campioni (1718-1793) was an Italian composer and violinist who served as the maestro di cappella (chapel master) at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome.

Moving forward, Santiano Vincenzo (1822-1891) was an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Italian Parliament during the late 19th century.

More recently, Santiano Bandera (1901-1959) was an Italian-American mobster and member of the Bonanno crime family in New York City. He played a significant role in the family's operations during the mid-20th century.

While not an exhaustive list, these examples showcase the historical presence of the name Santiano across various fields, from the arts and music to politics and organized crime, spanning several centuries of Italian and Italian-American history.

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