Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..
SANJUANITA
FemaleUnique female given name of Spanish origin, derived from the city of San Juan in Puerto Rico, meaning "Saint John".
SANK
MaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin, derived from 'Ṣankofá', meaning 'learn from history'.
SANKALP
MaleIndian origin, means 'resolution' or 'determination', reflecting a desire for personal growth and achievement. It holds deep spiritual significance in Hindu culture, symbolizing willpower and intention.
SANKARA
MaleMasculine given name of Sanskrit origin, derived from "Sankar," which means "bestower of happiness" or "auspicious." It is also associated with Adi Shankara, an 8th-century Hindu philosopher and theologian who consolidated the Advaita Vedanta philosophy.
SANKEERTH
MaleSaankeerth is an uncommon Indian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning "one who brings prosperity".
SANKET
MaleIndian name of ancient Sanskrit origin, meaning 'cold' but symbolizing resilience against life's challenges.
SANKEY
MaleEnglish origin, derived from an Old English surname that referred to people who lived near or worked at a sandbank on a river. It began to be used as a given name in the United States in 1972 for boys and 1985 for girls, with over 600 individuals named Sankey recorded by 2018. The name has various spellings including Sankey, Sankei, and Sänki. It is relatively uncommon, never ranking among the top 1000 most popular baby names in the U.S. Historically, it is associated with British engineer James Sankey (1875-1947).
SANMAY
MaleIndian name derived from the Sanskrit word "Sammay," meaning "harmony" or "unity.
SANMITA
FemaleSanskrit name meaning 'a combination of all letters', reflecting infinite knowledge and wisdom.
SANNA
FemaleUnique and beautiful Finnish name derived from 'sanna', meaning reed or cane, symbolizing grace, flexibility, and resilience.
SANNAH
FemaleSannah, of Hebrew origin, means 'lily' and symbolizes purity and beauty.
SANNAI
FemaleRare Japanese name derived from "sannai," meaning "three years," given to children born after three years without births in their family. It is also connected to the historic Sannai-Maruyama archaeological site in Aomori Prefecture, Japan.
SANNE
FemaleCharming Scandinavian girls' name derived from Old Norse "Svanhildr," meaning "beautiful struggle." It was borne by a brave warrior queen in Norse mythology, reflecting strength and wisdom.
SANNIAH
FemaleAfrican origin name meaning "grace" or "beauty" in Swahili, often given to girls but also used for boys.
SANNIDHI
FemaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'a treasure shared with others'.
SANNIE
FemaleScandinavian name of Old Norse origin meaning "wise" or "strong," associated with the god Odin, traditionally given to boys but now also used for girls.
SANNIYAH
FemaleArabic given name meaning 'happiness' or 'bliss', originating from Middle Eastern Arab-speaking communities centuries ago.
SANNON
FemaleUncommon Irish name derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Sionnáin, meaning "little mountain".
SANNY
MaleNorwegian origin name that means "God is gracious", derived from Sonja and popularized recently.
SANOE
FemaleThe unique Hawaiian name Sanoe, meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful', reflects the tranquil beauty of the islands.
SANORA
FemaleRare Spanish-origin feminine name derived from 'sanatorio', meaning 'health resort' or 'sanatorium'. It symbolizes healing and wellness.
SANOVA
FemaleDistinctive Latin-derived name, signifying 'healer,' and historically linked to the Roman goddess of healing and medicine.
SANOVIA
FemaleAfrican name of Ashanti origin, meaning 'the path to peace.'
SANQUAN
MaleChinese name with ancient roots, originally an honorific title for high-ranking individuals, now used for both boys and girls. Its meaning is often associated with tranquility, harmony, and balance, evoking images of abundance and nature's peace.
SANQUENETTA
FemaleRare female given name with roots in southern France, meaning "little red one".
SANQUETTA
FemaleUncommon African name derived from the Yoruba name "Sango," meaning "one who has done good work." Coined by enslaved Africans, it honors the legendary king Sango while fitting European naming conventions.
SANQUITA
FemaleAfrican American name derived from Swahili "Nakita", meaning "I have seen". It expresses joy and wonder at witnessing something extraordinary.
SANSA
FemaleSanskrit origin, means 'beauty' or 'happy melody', bringing good luck.
SANSAR
MaleIndian origin, meaning 'universe' or 'cosmos' in Sanskrit, symbolizing life's vastness and diversity.
SANSKAR
MaleUnique male given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'culture' or 'refinement', symbolizing the importance of upholding cultural values throughout one's life in Hinduism.
SANSKRITI
FemaleSanskriti, of Indian origin, means 'culture' or 'tradition' in Sanskrit, reflecting the essence of India's rich heritage.
SANSKRUTI
FemaleSanskruti, of Indian origin, means 'culture' or 'tradition', embodying intelligence and sophistication.
SANSON
MaleUnique male name of Hebrew origin, derived from the word "sason" meaning 'lily', symbolizing purity, beauty, and grace. It is also associated with Samson, a biblical figure known for his extraordinary strength.
SANTA
MaleUnique and striking given name derived from the Latin word 'sanctus', meaning 'holy'.
SANTA
FemaleSpanish name meaning "Saint," derived from the word "santo." Traditionally used for males, it now serves both genders worldwide.
SANTANA
FemaleSpanish origin, meaning "saint" or "holy," derived from the word "santo." It has been used historically as a given name and surname since the Middle Ages in Spain.
SANTANA
MaleCaptivating Spanish name derived from the surname meaning "of Santiago," a city named after Saint James. It signifies strength, courage, and power, reflecting its association with Saint James.
SANTANAH
FemaleNative American name of Navajo origin meaning "water flowing toward blue," symbolizing the flow of water towards a body of blue water like a lake or sea.
SANTANGELA
FemaleUncommon Italian name derived from "santa" meaning holy, and "-gela," denoting shortened forms of names like Angela. It signifies a holy angel.
SANTANGELO
MaleItalian origin, means "holy angel" and was traditionally given to children believed touched by divine grace or protected by angels.