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Sabrina Girl

Popularity: #326 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationsuh-BREE-nuh / /səˈbriː.nə/

Latin; Celtic

Meaning

Latin: 'from the river Severn'; Celtic: 'princess'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Sabrina has its roots in the ancient Celtic language, derived from the word "sabrinā," which is believed to refer to the River Severn in Wales. The etymology traces back to Latin, where the river was called "Sabrina," and it is thought that the name may have originally meant "from the River Severn." The name entered the English language through the influence of Latin during the Roman occupation of Britain, and it became more widely recognized in the medieval period.

One significant historical milestone associated with the name Sabrina is its appearance in Geoffrey of Monmouth's "Historia Regum Britanniae" in the 12th century, where Sabrina is depicted as a daughter of the King of Britain, Locrinus. This literary reference contributed to the name's association with British folklore and mythology. Additionally, the name gained further prominence through its use in various literary works, including Shakespeare's "The Tempest," where it is mentioned in the context of enchantment and beauty, thus enhancing its cultural resonance.

Culturally, Sabrina has been linked to themes of water and nature, reflecting the characteristics of the River Severn. This connection imbues the name with a sense of tranquility and fluidity, which has contributed to its enduring appeal in various artistic and literary contexts. The name has also been associated with the idea of rebirth and renewal, drawing on the natural cycles of rivers. A diminutive form, "Sabby," has occasionally been used, but the name Sabrina itself remains the primary form in historical and cultural references.

Trend Summary

Sabrina has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with notable peaks in the 1990s and early 2000s.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Sabina
  • Sabrine

International Variants

  • Sabrina (Italian)
  • Sabrina (Spanish)
  • Sabrina (Portuguese)

Famous people named Sabrina

Sabrina Carpenter is an actress and singer best known for Girl Meets World, The Hate U Give, and Work It.

Sabrina Bryan is a singer, actress, and dancer best known for her work with the Cheetah Girls and the television series The Cheetah Girls.

Sabrina Spellman is a fictional character best known as the protagonist of the television series Sabrina the Teenage Witch and its reboot Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.

Sabrina Sato is a television presenter and actress best known for her work on Brazilian television and as a contestant on Big Brother Brazil.

Fictional characters named Sabrina

Sabrina Spellman is a fictional character from the comic book series Sabrina the Teenage Witch. She is a half-witch, half-mortal teenager who navigates the challenges of adolescence while learning to harness her magical powers.

Sabrina is a fictional character from the animated series Sabrina: The Animated Series. She is a young witch who often finds herself in humorous situations as she balances her magical abilities with her everyday life.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Sabrina was first seen in the United States in 1916. Sabrina has ranked as high as #116 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Sabrina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Sabrina (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 116
14%
TX 78
9%
FL 75
9%
NY 51
6%
OH 38
5%
PA 37
5%
IL 36
4%
NJ 32
4%
NC 30
4%
AZ 22
3%
MA 22
3%
MO 20
2%
IN 19
2%
WA 18
2%
TN 17
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19165
19196
19396
19406
19417
19426
19437
19475
194810
195012
195113
195218
195322
1954137
19551,121
1956956
1957913
1958860
1959859
1960983
1961885
1962884
1963884
1964879
1965789
1966940
19672,628
19681,638
19691,944
19703,568
19712,417
19721,880
19731,601
19741,325
19751,328
19761,855
19774,305
19783,350
19792,870
19802,779
19812,496
19822,370
19832,554
19842,306
19852,267
19862,313
19872,543
19882,437
19892,572
19902,722
19912,904
19922,949
19933,322
19943,384
19953,534
19965,774
19975,816
19984,608
19993,650
20003,470
20012,921
20022,533
20032,397
20042,190
20051,979
20061,794
20071,729
20081,823
20091,511
20101,433
20111,230
20121,191
20131,131
20141,009
2015926
2016880
2017740
2018737
2019788
2020804
2021790
2022760
2023776
2024869