"princess, noblewoman"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Sarah
Pronunciation: [ s-EHR-uh ]
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The biblical princess whose name has reigned for millennia
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"lady, queen"
Origin: Arabic (Saara)
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"princess, noblewoman"
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"lady, woman of rank"
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The Story of Sarah
Sarah comes from the Hebrew name Sarai, which was changed to Sarah in the Book of Genesis when God renewed his covenant with Abraham and his wife. The name means princess or noblewoman and reflects her elevated status in biblical narrative as the founding matriarch of the Jewish people and, by extension, of Christianity and Islam.
Sarah was the top girls name in the US for much of the 1970s and 1980s and has remained in the top 50 ever since. It offers the rare combination of being deeply traditional and religiously significant while also feeling fresh and simple.
Sarah is the first and most prominent matriarch in the Hebrew Bible, wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac, making her a foundational figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In Islamic tradition she is called Sarat, and her importance transcends individual faiths.
Historical Record
Sarah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 885,135 babies have been named Sarah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sarah is past its peak , currently ranked #95 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Sarah was the number one girls name in the US in 1978 and 1979
- Sarah Bernhardt was known as the most famous actress in the world in the late 19th century
- The name Sarah appears over 50 times in the Old Testament alone
Sarah in Other Languages
Arabic
Sarat
French
Sara
German
Sara
Hebrew
Sarah
Italian
Sara
Persian
Sara
Russian
Sara
Spanish
Sara
Popularity Over Time
#95
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1993
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Sarah Palin
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American politician who served as Governor of Alaska and was the Republican vice-presidential nominee in 2008
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #95
- Total SSA Count
- 2,697
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew English French Arabic Christian Jewish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
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Sal
Sally
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Sara
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sarah
What does the name Sarah mean?
"princess, noblewoman" (from Hebrew). "lady, queen" (from Arabic (Saara)). "princess, noblewoman" (from Hebrew). "lady, woman of rank" (from Hebrew Sarai). Sarah comes from the Hebrew name Sarai, which was changed to Sarah in the Book of Genesis when God renewed his covenant with Abraham and his wife. The name means princess or noblewoman and reflects her elevated status in biblical narrative as the founding matriarch of the Jewish people and, by extension, of Christianity and Islam.
What is the origin of the name Sarah?
Sarah has Hebrew, Arabic (Saara), Hebrew Sarai, English, French, Arabic, Christian, and Jewish origins. In Hebrew, it means "princess, noblewoman". In Arabic (Saara), it means "lady, queen". In Hebrew, it means "princess, noblewoman". In Hebrew Sarai, it means "lady, woman of rank".
Is Sarah a boy or girl name?
Sarah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #95. As a boy name, it is ranked #12447. Sarah is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Sarah?
Sarah is pronounced s-EHR-uh.
How popular is the name Sarah?
Sarah is currently ranked #95 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sarah?
Common nicknames for Sarah include Sal, Sally, Sadie, and Sara.
What are good middle names for Sarah?
Popular middle name pairings include Sarah Grace, Sarah Elizabeth, Sarah Jane, Sarah Ann, Sarah Rose, Sarah Louise, and Sarah Marie.
What are good sibling names for Sarah?
Names that pair well with Sarah as siblings include Rachel, Rebecca, Hannah, Miriam, Isaac, Jacob, and David.
How many syllables does Sarah have?
Sarah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Sarah a common or rare name?
Sarah is a very popular name, ranked #95 among girl names in the United States.
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About the Name Sarah
Sarah is a girl name with Hebrew, English, French, Arabic, Christian, and Jewish origins . The name means "princess, noblewoman" in Hebrew .
Is Sarah a boy or girl name? Sarah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #95 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #12,447. Sarah is more commonly used as a girl name.
Sarah is currently ranked #95 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Sarah has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-EHR-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Sarah include Sal, Sally, Sadie, and Sara. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Sarah include Sara, Sarai, Sarahi, Saraya, Saray . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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