Girl name
Sarah name meaning
“princess, noblewoman”
Sarah is a feminine name from Hebrew Śārāh, meaning princess or noblewoman. Its meaning refers to a woman's noble status, bringing together the senses of a princess and a woman of nobility. In scriptural traditions, Sarah is known as the name of Abraham's wife.
What does Sarah mean?
The ending -ah has different backgrounds in Indah, Fatimah, and Aisyah. In some Arabic-derived names, this spelling can represent a feminine ending, but that explanation does not apply to every name ending in -ah. More girl names ending in -ah →
Origin and cultural usage of Sarah
From Hebrew Śārāh, meaning princess or noblewoman. It is known as the name of Abraham's wife in scriptural traditions.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Sarah in Islam and the Quran
Sarah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Sarah
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Sarah, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Sarah as a first name
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Sarah Nurlita
Interpretation
A picture of a noble princess with light in her life.Meaning of each word
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Nurlita: light
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Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess preserving natural purity and honor.Meaning of each word
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Fitria: relating to innate nature
- Izzah: dignity, might, and honor
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Interpretation
A picture of a noble princess, honorable and distinguished like the dawn.Meaning of each word
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Nabila: noble and honourable
- Fajriyah: relating to dawn
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Sarah Mutmainnah
Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess with a peaceful, steadfast heart.Meaning of each word
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Mutmainnah: tranquil, assured at heart
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May this child become a noble princess leading with the light of wisdom.Meaning of each word
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Nurhikmah: light of wisdom
- Zaimah: female leader
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May this child become a noble princess, helpful and a close friend.Meaning of each word
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Mufidah: useful and providing benefit
- Aulia: protectors, close allies, or saints
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May this child become a noble princess, elevated and filled with happiness.Meaning of each word
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Alya: eminence, elevated rank
- Hana: happiness; divine favor
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Sarah Alifia
Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess, warm and friendly toward others.Meaning of each word
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Alifia: friendly, companionable
Sarah as a middle name
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Interpretation
A picture of a noble princess achieving victory in the wide world.Meaning of each word
- Jihan: world, universe
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Fathia: associated with victory
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Interpretation
A picture of the birth of a loving, compassionate noble princess.Meaning of each word
- Rahimah: merciful, compassionate
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Maulida: birth, birthday
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Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess who leads and receives sustenance.Meaning of each word
- Amira: princess, female leader
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Rizkia: provision or sustenance
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Interpretation
A picture of a noble princess with eyes expressing happiness and joy.Meaning of each word
- Farah: joy, gladness
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Ainun: eye; also a spring
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May this child become a noble princess, fair and continually rising.Meaning of each word
- Dila: just, fair
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Rukiyah: rising, ascending
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May this child become a noble princess, helpful and pleasant as a friend.Meaning of each word
- Rufaidah: a little help, support
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Anisya: friendly, pleasant as a companion
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Interpretation
A picture of a friendly, approachable noble princess like a blooming flower.Meaning of each word
- Alifia: friendly, companionable
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Zahroh: a blooming flower
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May this child become a friendly noble princess receiving guidance toward goodness.Meaning of each word
- Alifia: friendly, companionable
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
- Hidayanti: guidance toward goodness
Sarah as a last name
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Zuhra Sarah
Interpretation
A picture of a noble princess alongside the beauty of planet Venus.Meaning of each word
- Zuhra: the planet Venus; brilliance
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
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Wardatul Sarah
Interpretation
A picture of a noble princess with beauty like a rose.Meaning of each word
- Wardatul: a rose flower
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
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Farhana Sarah
Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess always filled with happiness.Meaning of each word
- Farhana: full of joy, rejoicing
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
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Fatin Sarah
Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess, captivating and deeply charming.Meaning of each word
- Fatin: captivating, enchanting
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
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Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess, praised and filled with compassion.Meaning of each word
- Mahmuda: one who is praised
- Rahimah: merciful, compassionate
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
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Nadiah Sarah
Interpretation
A picture of a noble princess with gentleness like morning dew.Meaning of each word
- Nadiah: tender, dewy
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
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Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess who achieves success through her deeds.Meaning of each word
- Fauziana: success, victory
- Amaliah: relating to deeds or practice
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
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Nurhidayah Sarah
Interpretation
May this child become a noble princess receiving the light of true guidance.Meaning of each word
- Nurhidayah: light of right guidance
- Sarah: princess, noblewoman
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How to pronounce Sarah
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
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| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦱꦫꦃ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮞᮛᮂ |
Is Sarah a girl’s name?
Yes, Sarah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 1% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Sarah ranks #98 among girl names in our data sample (72 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Sarah
- Sara♀Woman of noble rank
- Syarah♀Explanation, exposition
- Saras♀Healthy, recovered from illness
- Sari♀Essential substance
- Saadah♀Happiness, well-being
- Saidah♀Happy, fortunate
- Salmah♀Safe, free from harm
- Sabran♂♀Patience, forbearance
- Sarce♀Princess, noblewoman
- Sarifah♀Noble, honourable
- Sardi♂♀
- Sahar♂♀The time before dawn
Names with related meanings
- Sri♀Splendor, beauty, prosperity
- Agustina♀Venerable, worthy of respect
- Diah♀Young woman
- Dyah♀An honorific for young people
- Andi♂♀An honorific of nobility
- Mulyani♀Noble, of high worth
- Maharani♀Great queen, queen consort
- Azizah♀Esteemed, cherished, strong
- Agustin♀Venerable, worthy of respect
- Mulia♂♀Exalted and esteemed
- Mulyana♂♀Noble and dignified
- Nabila♀Noble and honourable
Famous people named Sarah
- Sarah Azhari · b. 1978
- Sarah Sechan · b. 1974
- Sarah Lery Mboeik · b. 1965
- Sarah Sadiqa · b. 1970
- Sarah Tuffahati · b. 2001
- Sarah Watson · b. 1993
- Sarah Amalia
- Sarah Ayu · b. 1995
- Sarah Farahdiba · b. 1993
- Sarah Jane · b. 1984
- Sarah Samantha
- Sarah Shafitri · b. 1990
FAQ about the name Sarah
What is the meaning of Sarah?
Sarah means princess, noblewoman. From Hebrew Śārāh, meaning princess or noblewoman. It is known as the name of Abraham's wife in scriptural traditions.
Is Sarah a girl’s name?
Yes, Sarah is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 1% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Sarah?
Sarah is of Hebrew origin.
Is the name Sarah in the Quran?
Sarah does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Sarah have?
Sarah has 2 syllables (Sa-rah) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Sarah?
Sarah ranks #98 among girl names in our data sample (72 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Sarah?
Some ideas: Sarah Nurlita; Jihan Sarah Fathia; Zuhra Sarah.
Famous people named Sarah?
Notable people named Sarah include Sarah Azhari, Sarah Sechan, Sarah Lery Mboeik.
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