Declining since 2006, #3,517 for girls today.
Popularity of Saray since 1974
Babies named Saray per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 136 |
| 1990s | 466 |
| 2000s | 965 |
| 2010s | 499 |
| 2020s | 241 |
Meaning & origin
Saray is a name that appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974 and reached its peak popularity in 2007. Although it has been in steady decline since 2006, it still carries a sense of rarity. In 2025, approximately 1 in 37,378 girls were named Saray, placing it at rank 3,517. The name has seen the most usage in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Texas. Its dual possible origins, Hebrew and Turkish, give it an exotic yet familiar feel, bridging cultures.
Saray may derive from the Hebrew word 'saray' meaning 'princess', though this is debated and may be a modern retronym. Alternatively, it could stem from the Turkish 'saray' (palace), an ancient word for a grand residence. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1974 and has been used as a variant of Sarah or as a given name in its own right.
Where Saray is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sari, Sara
Sibling names for Saray
Names that share Saray's style, for a brother or sister.
