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Sara Girl

Popularity: #181 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationSAH-rah / /ˈsɛərə/

Hebrew; Arabic

Meaning

Hebrew: princess; Arabic: pure

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Sara has its roots in the Hebrew language, originating from the word "שָׂרָה" (Sarah), which means "princess" or "noblewoman." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Sarah is the wife of Abraham and the mother of Isaac, making her a significant matriarch in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. The name was later adopted into Greek as "Σάρα" (Sara) and subsequently into Latin, which helped facilitate its entry into various European languages, including Old French and Middle English, where it was spelled as "Sara" or "Sarah."

Throughout history, the name Sara has been borne by various notable figures, including saints and queens. In the Christian tradition, Saint Sara is venerated in some cultures, particularly among the Romani people, who regard her as a symbol of faith and protection. The name's biblical association has contributed to its enduring presence in religious texts and translations, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, which helped disseminate the name across different cultures and languages during the early centuries of the Common Era.

Culturally, the name Sara has resonated through various literary and artistic works, often symbolizing grace, nobility, and maternal strength. Its use in folklore and literature has further solidified its place in cultural narratives. The diminutive form "Sadie" has also emerged historically as a familiar variant, though it is less directly connected to the original meaning. Overall, the name Sara's rich etymological background and its significant historical and cultural associations have contributed to its lasting legacy across diverse societies.

Trend Summary

Sara has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the late 20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Sarah
  • Sarai

International Variants

  • Sara (Italian)
  • Sára (Hungarian)
  • Zara (Arabic)
  • Sarai (Hebrew)

Famous people named Sara

Sara Bareilles is a singer-songwriter best known for Love Song, Brave, and She Used to Be Mine.

Sara Paxton is an actress best known for Aquamarine, The Last House on the Left, and The Innkeepers.

Sara Gilbert is an actress and producer best known for Roseanne, The Conners, and The Talk.

Sara Lance is a fictional character best known as a superhero in the TV series Arrow and Legends of Tomorrow.

Sara Blakely is an entrepreneur best known for founding Spanx.

Sara Quin is a musician best known as one half of the indie pop duo Tegan and Sara.

Sara Sidner is a journalist best known for her work with CNN.

Fictional characters named Sara

Sara Crewe is a fictional character from the novel A Little Princess. She is a young girl who remains kind and hopeful despite facing adversity and hardship.

Sara Sidle is a fictional character from the TV series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. She is a forensic scientist who plays a crucial role in solving crimes alongside her team.

Sara Lance is a fictional character from the TV series Arrow and its spin-off Legends of Tomorrow. She is a skilled fighter and a key member of the team, known for her leadership and resilience.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Sara was first seen in the United States in 1880. Sara has ranked as high as #61 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Sara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Sara (2024)

StateBirthsShare
NY 250
16%
TX 190
12%
NJ 166
11%
CA 162
10%
FL 98
6%
IL 55
4%
VA 50
3%
NC 42
3%
GA 41
3%
OH 40
3%
PA 35
2%
WA 34
2%
MA 31
2%
SC 30
2%
TN 28
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
1880165
1881147
1882180
1883183
1884197
1885215
1886247
1887214
1888293
1889286
1890262
1891260
1892276
1893290
1894304
1895363
1896326
1897353
1898362
1899323
1900375
1901315
1902335
1903333
1904359
1905437
1906457
1907494
1908546
1909559
1910633
1911687
1912962
19131,121
19141,488
19151,913
19161,992
19172,147
19182,295
19192,171
19202,364
19212,350
19222,220
19232,185
19242,313
19252,032
19262,022
19271,994
19281,873
19291,748
19301,770
19311,707
19321,759
19331,862
19341,844
19351,773
19361,823
19371,901
19381,949
19391,873
19402,087
19412,071
19422,191
19432,020
19441,903
19451,803
19462,035
19472,174
19482,020
19491,971
19502,059
19512,079
19522,044
19532,078
19542,121
19551,973
19562,004
19572,110
19581,991
19592,032
19602,038
19612,198
19622,471
19632,486
19642,356
19651,973
19662,059
19672,216
19682,456
19692,792
19703,060
19713,206
19723,181
19733,479
19744,651
19755,131
19768,020
19778,709
19788,869
19798,654
198011,149
198111,358
198211,345
198310,086
19849,315
198510,562
198611,052
198710,090
198810,018
19899,706
19908,979
19918,846
19928,444
19937,902
19947,219
19956,697
19966,288
19976,159
19986,010
19995,626
20005,325
20015,156
20024,944
20034,764
20044,507
20054,283
20064,409
20074,024
20083,595
20093,043
20102,636
20112,394
20122,260
20132,092
20141,971
20151,981
20162,040
20171,886
20181,717
20191,746
20201,576
20211,517
20221,679
20231,599
20241,605