Rising since 1985, #914 for girls today.
Popularity of Sarahi since 1981
Babies named Sarahi per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2005, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Sarahi's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 151 |
| 1990s | 1,123 |
| 2000s | 2,778 |
| 2010s | 2,600 |
| 2020s | 1,552 |
Meaning & origin
Sarahi first appeared on the U.S. naming scene in 1981, and has been on a rising trajectory since 1985, reaching its peak rank of 914 in 2025. The name is currently given to roughly 1 in 5,600 newborn girls, with particular popularity in Connecticut, Arizona, and Maryland. While its exact etymology remains uncertain, it is most commonly understood as a Spanish variation of Sarah, the biblical name meaning "princess." The name has a modern, melodic quality that fits well alongside trending Spanish-influenced names.
Sarahi is likely a Spanish variant of Sarah, a name that originates from the Hebrew word "שָׂרָה" (sarah) meaning "princess" or "lady." In the Bible, Sarah is the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac. The variant Sarahi appears to have emerged in Spanish-speaking communities, possibly as an elaboration of Sara or influenced by names like Zahara or Sahara.
Where Sarahi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sara, Sari, Sah
Sibling names for Sarahi
Names that share Sarahi's style, for a brother or sister.
