Rising since 2020, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Sarra since 1971
Babies named Sarra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 66 |
| 1980s | 185 |
| 1990s | 210 |
| 2000s | 154 |
| 2010s | 37 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Sarra is a name that bridges Arabic and Hebrew origins, typically interpreted as 'princess' or 'lady,' though its exact meaning is debated. First recorded in the United States in 1971, the name experienced a surge in popularity, reaching its peak rank in 1997. In 2025, Sarra ranked 13,208, with an estimated 1 in every 267,878 baby girls receiving the name. Since 2020, the name has been on a rising trajectory, indicating a recent revival of interest. Although it has not historically been concentrated in any particular state, Sarra remains a distinctive choice with cross-cultural appeal, offering a slightly less common alternative to the widely used Sarah.
Sarra is an Arabic name meaning 'princess' or 'lady', and is also considered a variant of the Hebrew name Sarah, which carries the same meaning. The name has been used across Arabic-speaking communities and among Muslims, though its exact derivation remains debated in academic sources.
“Sarra” around the world
Where Sarra lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sari, Sars
Sibling names for Sarra
Names that share Sarra's style, for a brother or sister.
