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Santillana Family History

Santillana Surname Meaning

Spanish: habitational name from one of the towns called Santillana. Santillana del Mar (Cantabria) or Santillana de Campos (Palencia) are notable examples.

These towns are named from Santa Juliana, which translates to ‘Saint Julianne’.

The name reflects the cultural and historical significance of the saints in Spanish town names.

Both Santillana del Mar and Santillana de Campos have rich histories and attract visitors for their unique heritage.

Understanding the origins of such names provides insight into the regional identity and traditions of Spain.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Santillana families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Santillana family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Santillana families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 6 Santillana families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Santillana's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Santillana families in 1891.
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What did your Santillana ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Santillana. 100% of Santillana men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

What Santillana family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 581 census records available for the last name Santillana. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Santillana census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 603 immigration records available for the last name Santillana. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 67 military records available for the last name Santillana. For the veterans among your Santillana ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Santillana lifespan?

Between 1950 and 2004, in the United States, Santillana life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Santillana in 1950 was 63, and 78 in 2004.

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