Sabah
Pronunciation: [ s-AHB-uh ]
Sabah is a girl baby name. Ranked #35,319 in the US, popular nicknames include Sab, Say, and Sabie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Sabah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 522 babies have been named Sabah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sabah is past its peak , currently ranked #35,319 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #35,319
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Sabah
Sabah is a girl name .
Sabah is currently ranked #35,319 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sabah include Sab, Say, and Sabie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sabah include Saba . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis