"princess, noblewoman"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Sarah
Pronunciation: [ s-EHR-uh ]
Girl Name
#95 Most Popular
Steady
2 Syllables
The biblical princess whose name has reigned for millennia
Hebrew
English
French
Arabic
Christian
Jewish
Classic
Traditional
Elegant
Spiritual
Gentle
Meaning & Origin
"lady, queen"
Origin: Arabic (Saara)
Language: Arabic
"princess, noblewoman"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
"lady, woman of rank"
Origin: Hebrew Sarai
Language: Hebrew
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.
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
Famous People Named Sarah
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Sarah McLachlan
Musician
1968
Canadian singer-songwriter known for Angel, Building a Mystery, and founding the Lilith Fair festival
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Sarah Jessica Parker
Actor
1965
American actress best known for Sex and the City and its sequel films
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Sarah Palin
Politician
1964
American politician who served as Governor of Alaska and was the Republican vice-presidential nominee in 2008
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Sarah Bernhardt
Entertainer
1844
Legendary French stage actress known as the Divine Sarah, one of historys most famous performers
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Sarah Connor Fictional
Other
Mother of the resistance leader John Connor in the Terminator film series
Quick Facts
- 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
Common Nicknames
Sal
Sally
Sadie
Sara
Pairs Well With
Sarah Grace
Sarah Elizabeth
Sarah Jane
Sarah Ann
Sarah Rose
Sarah Louise
Sarah Marie
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Sarah is also used as a boy name, ranked #12447.
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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.
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.