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At a Glance: Name: Sarah – Meaning: lady, princess – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: SAIR-ah
Sarah is a Hebrew name meaning "lady" or "princess," pronounced SAIR-ah. In the SSA's naming data, which stretches back to 1880, it carries a classic, vintage feel that has kept it in steady use across generations. If you're drawn to names with old-fashioned roots and a straightforward, well-established meaning, Sarah fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Sarah
Meaning: Lady, princess.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Sarah
Phonetic: SAIR-ah IPA: /ˈsɛrə/
Popularity of Sarah
Sarah hit its peak in 1993, ranking #3 nationally with 24,256 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had settled to #95, with 2,697 babies named Sarah.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Sarah mean?
Lady, princess. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Sarah)
How do you pronounce Sarah?
Sarah is pronounced SAIR-ah (IPA: /ˈsɛrə/).
Is Sarah a popular name right now?
Sarah peaked at #3 in 1993 and is ranked #95 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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