Sanchez
s(a)-nchez,
san-chez
US Popularity:24569
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Spanish
Meaning:Son of Sancho; Holy, saintly
Everyone knows that baby is a blessing, so why not give them a name to match? Sanchez is a Spanish surname meaning "son of Sancho," gaining traction as a boy’s personal name. Ultimately derived from the Latin sanctus, Sanchez adopts the additional sentiments of “holy” or “saintly.” It is the perfect reminder of what a gift baby is, and can even lead to cute nicknames like “your holiness.”
How Popular Is The Name Sanchez?
U.S. Births
Overall:Sanchez is currently #24569 in U.S. births
Boy:Sanchez is currently #11951 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#11951
in 2023
+ 2023
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Sánchez, May 2020
Name Doctor, Sancho
Ancestry, Sanchez Family History
House of Names, Sanchez History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Behind the Name, Sancho, April 2022
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