Holding steady.
Popularity of Sabin since 1917
Babies named Sabin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 8 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 28 |
| 1970s | 118 |
| 1980s | 30 |
| 1990s | 127 |
| 2000s | 196 |
| 2010s | 146 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Sabin is a rare given name in the United States, with its peak year of usage in 1999. It has never appeared in the top 1000 names, and its trajectory has been stable over the decades, with consistent but very low usage. The name is most likely derived from the Latin Sabinus, referring to the ancient Sabine people of Italy. While not common, it has a classic, historical feel, and its simplicity gives it a timeless quality. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1917, and its recent stability suggests a small but enduring presence.
Sabin is generally considered a variant of Sabine, referring to the ancient Sabine tribe of Italy. The Sabines were an Italic people who lived in the Apennine Mountains and were known for the legendary abduction of their women by Romans. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the medieval period, often as a surname before being adopted as a given name.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Sabin
Names that share Sabin's style, for a brother or sister.
