Sarai Girl
Origin(s)
Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: princess; Spanish: my princess
Historical & Cultural Background
Sarai is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical figure Sarai, who was the wife of Abraham. In the Bible, Sarai's name was later changed to Sarah, which also means princess. The name has been used in various cultures, including Spanish-speaking countries, where it carries a similar meaning. Sarai has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Sarai has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Sariah, Saraiyah, Sarah, Sasha, Soleil, Sierra, Sarina
Variants
- Saraiyah
- Sariah
International Variants
- Sarai (Spanish)
- Sarai (Hebrew)
Famous people named Sarai
Sarai Sierra was an American woman known for her tragic death while traveling in Turkey.
Sarai Walker is an American author recognized for her novel 'Dietland'.
Fictional characters named Sarai
Sarai is a character in the 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' series by Sarah J. Maas, known for her strong personality.
Sarai is a character in the 'Children of Blood and Bone' series by Tomi Adeyemi, playing a crucial role in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sarai was first seen in the United States in 1953. Sarai has ranked as high as #691 nationally which occurred in 2007 and has been most popular in California, Florida, Texas, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Sarai has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sarai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 87 | |
| FL | 72 | |
| TX | 67 | |
| NY | 58 | |
| GA | 39 | |
| NJ | 29 | |
| VA | 24 | |
| PA | 24 | |
| NC | 22 | |
| IL | 21 | |
| TN | 17 | |
| OH | 17 | |
| MD | 17 | |
| CT | 16 | |
| MA | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 32 |
| 1975 | 30 |
| 1976 | 43 |
| 1977 | 56 |
| 1978 | 46 |
| 1979 | 74 |
| 1980 | 84 |
| 1981 | 79 |
| 1982 | 89 |
| 1983 | 85 |
| 1984 | 108 |
| 1985 | 134 |
| 1986 | 128 |
| 1987 | 166 |
| 1988 | 145 |
| 1989 | 181 |
| 1990 | 220 |
| 1991 | 253 |
| 1992 | 253 |
| 1993 | 286 |
| 1994 | 285 |
| 1995 | 345 |
| 1996 | 387 |
| 1997 | 377 |
| 1998 | 391 |
| 1999 | 446 |
| 2000 | 465 |
| 2001 | 480 |
| 2002 | 528 |
| 2003 | 642 |
| 2004 | 623 |
| 2005 | 656 |
| 2006 | 720 |
| 2007 | 818 |
| 2008 | 798 |
| 2009 | 786 |
| 2010 | 741 |
| 2011 | 701 |
| 2012 | 756 |
| 2013 | 725 |
| 2014 | 714 |
| 2015 | 722 |
| 2016 | 645 |
| 2017 | 720 |
| 2018 | 755 |
| 2019 | 728 |
| 2020 | 650 |
| 2021 | 685 |
| 2022 | 737 |
| 2023 | 749 |
| 2024 | 699 |