Saint
How to say it: SAYNT · /ˈseɪnt/
English word from Latin 'sanctus' meaning holy or consecrated; used as a given name evoking spiritual virtue.
Saint was the 285th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 1,286 babies (Social Security Administration). The 2020s are its busiest decade so far, its births are up 29-fold in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #88 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #285 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 1,286 |
| Share of births | 1 in 2,578 |
| Peak decade | 2020s |
| Change over 10 years | ×29 |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #88 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
A bold word turned name, Saint soared to its best in the 2020s. Perched at the peak, it shows signs of rising further.
What goes with it
Sharp and breathy to the ear, it carries a strong creative spark. Bishop pairs in style.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Saint is about 1 in 108.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
England and Wales: #414.
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