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Eva vs Sarah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eva

Girl #120 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"breath of life, to breathe"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Italian German Scandinavian Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#120
Total SSA Count
2,296
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Sarah

Girl #95 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"princess, noblewoman"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English French Arabic Christian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#95
Total SSA Count
2,697
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eva Rank #120
Sarah Rank #95

Sarah is more popular, ranked #95 vs #120 for Eva.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eva or Sarah more popular?

Sarah is more popular, ranked #95 compared to Eva at #120 in the United States.

What do Eva and Sarah mean?

Eva means "breath of life, to breathe" (Hebrew origin). Sarah means "princess, noblewoman" (Hebrew origin).

Are Eva and Sarah boy or girl names?

Eva is primarily a girl name. Sarah is primarily a girl name.

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