Surname · Portuguese origin
Santos
Meaning
The surname Santos means Saints.
Origin
Portuguese
Type
other
The origin of the surname Santos
Santos means “saints,” often from the feast of All Saints (Todos os Santos).
What kind of surname is Santos?
Santos is a other surname. It belongs to the Portuguese naming tradition — you can read how Portuguese surnames were formed on our Portuguese last names page.
Other Portuguese surnames
Other other surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Santos mean?
The surname Santos means Saints. Santos means “saints,” often from the feast of All Saints (Todos os Santos).
Where does the surname Santos come from?
Santos is a surname of Portuguese origin.
What kind of surname is Santos?
Santos is a other surname.
What are other Portuguese surnames?
Other Portuguese surnames include Almeida, Carvalho, Fernandes, Ferreira, Goncalves, Lopes.