Rising since 1998, #3,832 for girls today.
Popularity of Sedra since 1987
Babies named Sedra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 60 |
| 2010s | 107 |
| 2020s | 200 |
Meaning & origin
Sedra is a modern feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1987, making it a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape. Its origin is not definitively established, but it is often considered a respelling of Sidra, a name of Arabic origin meaning 'like a star,' or an elaboration of Sadie. Since 1998, Sedra has shown a rising trajectory, reaching its peak rank in 2024 at position 3,832. In the most recent year, 2025, approximately 1 in every 42,297 girls was named Sedra, reflecting its continued modest growth. The name is most common in New York and California, indicating a preference in diverse, metropolitan areas. As a modern coinage, Sedra fits a style of soft, feminine names ending in 'a' that have become popular in recent decades.
Sedra is a modern coinage that emerged in the late 20th century, first recorded in the United States in 1987. It may be a respelling of Sidra, a name of Arabic origin meaning 'like a star,' or an elaboration of Sadie, a diminutive of Sarah. However, its exact derivation is uncertain.
Where Sedra is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Sedra” around the world
Where Sedra 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: Seddie, Sedi
Sibling names for Sedra
Names that share Sedra's style, for a brother or sister.
