Sahara Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsah-HAH-rah / /səˈhɑːrə/Arabic; English
Meaning
Arabic: desert; English: derived from the Arabic name
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Sahara is derived from the Arabic word for 'desert,' reflecting the vast and arid landscapes of North Africa. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, which contributes to the name's association with vastness and beauty.
Trend Summary
The name Sahara has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sahara was first seen in the United States in 1964. Sahara has ranked as high as #1135 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Sahara has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sahara (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 22 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| NC | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 30 |
| 1987 | 39 |
| 1988 | 43 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 48 |
| 1991 | 50 |
| 1992 | 70 |
| 1993 | 63 |
| 1994 | 76 |
| 1995 | 80 |
| 1996 | 72 |
| 1997 | 81 |
| 1998 | 94 |
| 1999 | 110 |
| 2000 | 108 |
| 2001 | 92 |
| 2002 | 96 |
| 2003 | 83 |
| 2004 | 101 |
| 2005 | 199 |
| 2006 | 248 |
| 2007 | 248 |
| 2008 | 201 |
| 2009 | 169 |
| 2010 | 172 |
| 2011 | 180 |
| 2012 | 144 |
| 2013 | 125 |
| 2014 | 111 |
| 2015 | 121 |
| 2016 | 103 |
| 2017 | 127 |
| 2018 | 121 |
| 2019 | 142 |
| 2020 | 143 |
| 2021 | 133 |
| 2022 | 133 |
| 2023 | 123 |
| 2024 | 126 |