There are
2738
Santas in the USA
Santa is the
11493rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Santa

SaintNicholas

Christian saint and Greek Bishop of Myra. Known for his generous gifts to the poor, particularly to children.

SantaAnna

A Mexican politician and general who played a prominent role in Mexico's history, including the Texas Revolution and the Mexican-American War.

SándorPetőfi

Hungarian poet and one of the key figures of the Hungarian Revolution of 1848. Known for his nationalist poetry and his passionate involvement in the fight for Hungarian independence.

SantaTeresa

A Spanish mystic, writer, and reformer of the Carmelite Order. She is an important figure in the Catholic Church and known for her writings on spiritual life.

SantaMuerte

A female deity or folk saint revered in Mexican folk Catholicism. Also known as the Saint of Holy Death, she is associated with healing, protection, and safe passage through the afterlife.

Santa Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Santa has origins in the Mediterranean region and is particularly common in Spain, Italy, and Portugal.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Santa is found in various parts of the world, including Europe, the Americas, and other regions where significant populations of people from Mediterranean countries have migrated.
VariationsVariations of the surname Santa can be found, such as Sante, De Santa, and De Santo.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration involving people with the surname Santa have occurred throughout history due to various factors, including economic opportunities, political conflicts, and family reunification. Significant migration and immigration occurred during the Age of Exploration, particularly to the Americas, as well as during periods of social and political upheaval in Mediterranean countries.