Name comparison · boy names
Samuel vs. Santiago
In 2025, Samuel leads at #18 among U.S. boys' names, with Santiago at #26. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Samuel | Santiago |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #18 | #26 |
| Babies in 2025 | 8,334 | 7,554 |
| All-time peak | #17 in 1880 | #26 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 9 / 100 | 10 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Alabama (#7) | Nevada (#4) |