"from the River Severn (Sabrina Fluvius)"
Origin: Latin/Celtic
Language: English
Sabrina
Pronunciation: [ s-uhbr-EEN-uh ]
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The Story of Sabrina
Sabrina is the Latin name for the River Severn — the longest river in Britain — flowing through Wales and England. According to Geoffrey of Monmouth's 12th-century Historia Regum Britanniae, Sabrina was a princess drowned in the river by her jealous stepmother, and the river was forever named in her memory. John Milton dramatized this story in his masque Comus (1634), where Sabrina appears as a water goddess who rescues a kidnapped maiden — one of English literature's earliest feminist heroines.
Sabrina became popular in the US in the 1990s largely through the TV series Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1996-2003), starring Melissa Joan Hart. Netflix's Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2018-2020) introduced it powerfully to a new generation, giving the name strong pop-culture momentum.
Sabrina has strong associations with magic and the supernatural through popular culture, but also with sophistication through the 1954 Audrey Hepburn film Sabrina — a romantic comedy that gave the name a timeless, elegant aura long before the witch connection dominated.
Historical Record
Sabrina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 141,575 babies have been named Sabrina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sabrina is past its peak , currently ranked #357 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Sabrina Spellman first appeared in Archie Comics in 1962 — over 30 years before the TV show made her a household name
- The River Severn (Sabrina's namesake) is the longest river in Britain at 220 miles, flowing from central Wales to the Bristol Channel
Sabrina in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#357
Current Rank
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Peaked 1997
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Sabrina
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Sabrina Carpenter
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American singer-actress who rose from Disney Channel to become a top pop artist with hit songs including Espresso
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The teenage witch protagonist of Archie Comics (1962), TV series Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1996-2003), and Netflix's Ch...
The teenage witch protagonist of Archie Comics (1962), TV series Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1996-2003), and Netflix's Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2018-2020)
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Sabrina (1954 film character) Fictional
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The charming protagonist played by Audrey Hepburn in the 1954 Billy Wilder romantic comedy Sabrina — a driver's daughter...
The charming protagonist played by Audrey Hepburn in the 1954 Billy Wilder romantic comedy Sabrina — a driver's daughter who transforms herself in Paris
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #357
- Total SSA Count
- 869
- Cultural Origins
- English Italian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sabrina
What does the name Sabrina mean?
"from the River Severn (Sabrina Fluvius)" (from Latin/Celtic). Sabrina is the Latin name for the River Severn — the longest river in Britain — flowing through Wales and England. According to Geoffrey of Monmouth's 12th-century Historia Regum Britanniae, Sabrina was a princess drowned in the river by her jealous stepmother, and the river was forever named in her memory. John Milton dramatized this story in his masque Comus (1634), where Sabrina appears as a water goddess who rescues a kidnapped maiden — one of English literature's earliest feminist heroines.
What is the origin of the name Sabrina?
Sabrina has Latin/Celtic, English, Italian, and American origins. In Latin/Celtic, it means "from the River Severn (Sabrina Fluvius)".
Is Sabrina a boy or girl name?
Sabrina is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #357. As a boy name, it is ranked #39680. Sabrina is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Sabrina?
Sabrina is pronounced s-uhbr-EEN-uh.
How popular is the name Sabrina?
Sabrina is currently ranked #357 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sabrina?
Common nicknames for Sabrina include Sabby, Brina, and Rina.
What are good middle names for Sabrina?
Popular middle name pairings include Sabrina Rose, Sabrina Jane, Sabrina Louise, Sabrina Claire, Sabrina Elise, Sabrina Kate, and Sabrina Vivienne.
What are good sibling names for Sabrina?
Names that pair well with Sabrina as siblings include Cecelia, Raphael, Vivienne, Jasper, Cordelia, Sebastian, and Isolde.
How many syllables does Sabrina have?
Sabrina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Sabrina a common or rare name?
Sabrina is a popular name, ranked #357 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Sabrina
Sabrina is a girl name with English, Italian, and American origins . The name means "from the River Severn (Sabrina Fluvius)" in Latin/Celtic .
Is Sabrina a boy or girl name? Sabrina is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #357 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #39,680. Sabrina is more commonly used as a girl name.
Sabrina is currently ranked #357 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Sabrina has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-uhbr-EEN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Sabrina include Sabby, Brina, and Rina. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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