Declining since 2019, #5,722 for girls today.
Popularity of Sansa since 2013
Babies named Sansa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 147 |
| 2020s | 118 |
Meaning & origin
Sansa is a modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 2013, largely propelled by the character Sansa Stark from George R.R. Martin's book and television series 'Game of Thrones'. Its popularity peaked in 2018, the year after the series reached its height, at which point it was given to more babies than in any subsequent year. Since 2019, usage has been declining, consistent with the cooling of cultural references tied to the show. In 2025, the name ranked 5,722, with a 1-in-76,537 birth rate. California, a state with a large and diverse population, recorded the most Sansas, likely reflecting the name's appeal in areas with strong pop-culture exposure. Despite its downturn, Sansa remains a recognizable choice for parents who favor literary and fantasy-inspired names.
Sansa is a name of modern origin, first appearing in the 2010s. It is widely recognized from George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series, where it is used for a prominent character. The name may have been inspired by the Sanskrit 'samsa' meaning 'praise' or 'charm', though this is speculative. Its popularity surged after the television adaptation 'Game of Thrones'.
Where Sansa is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Sansa” around the world
Where Sansa lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Sansa
Names that share Sansa's style, for a brother or sister.
