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Sara vs Payton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sara

Girl #187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"princess, noblewoman"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Spanish Italian Persian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#187
Total SSA Count
1,605
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Sara Rank #187
Payton Rank #381

Sara is more popular, ranked #187 vs #381 for Payton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sara or Payton more popular?

Sara is more popular, ranked #187 compared to Payton at #381 in the United States.

What do Sara and Payton mean?

Sara means "princess, noblewoman" (Hebrew origin). Payton means "Paega's town, farmstead settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Sara and Payton boy or girl names?

Sara is primarily a girl name. Payton is primarily a girl name.

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