Declining since 2001, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Sayra since 1973
Babies named Sayra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 31 |
| 1980s | 120 |
| 1990s | 354 |
| 2000s | 601 |
| 2010s | 290 |
| 2020s | 116 |
Meaning & origin
Sayra is a modern rarity that entered the U.S. naming landscape in the 1970s. While never breaking into the top 1,000, it reached its highest rank (around 4,500) in the early 2000s, peaking in 2002, and has since been in steady decline. The name is strongly associated with Texas, which has consistently been its top state of usage. Despite its obscurity, Sayra offers a familiar yet distinct sound, blending the classic Sarah with a contemporary twist. Its etymology is not fully traceable; it may be an invented name or a variant of Sarah, but the lack of historical usage in any culture or language means it is best understood as a modern American coinage. The name's simplicity and gentle rhythm make it a subtle choice for parents seeking something uncommon but not outlandish.
Sayra first appeared in U.S. birth records in the 1970s, likely as a creative spelling or respelling of the biblical name Sarah (meaning 'princess' in Hebrew) or as a feminine derivative of the English surname Sayre. It has never been widespread but saw a modest peak in usage around the early 2000s, particularly in Texas.
Where Sayra is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Sayra” around the world
Where Sayra lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Say, Rae, Sasa
Sibling names for Sayra
Names that share Sayra's style, for a brother or sister.
