Rising since 1988, #2,368 for girls today.
Popularity of Sinai since 1988
Babies named Sinai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 20 | 0 |
| 1990s | 240 | 33 |
| 2000s | 772 | 92 |
| 2010s | 794 | 65 |
| 2020s | 460 | 59 |
Meaning & origin
Sinai is a geographical name drawn from the biblical desert region and mountain of the same name. Its use as a given name began in 1988, and it has been gradually rising in popularity, reaching a peak rank of 2368 in 2023 and maintaining a similar rank in 2025. In recent years, it has been given to approximately 1 in every 21148 girls in the United States, with the highest frequency in California, Florida, and Texas. The name's appeal lies in its spiritual significance and its modern sound, fitting a trend of place-based names. While still relatively uncommon, its consistent upward trajectory since the 1980s suggests growing acceptance.
Sinai is a place name from the Bible, referring to the desert region and mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments. The name's etymology is uncertain; it may derive from a Semitic word meaning 'to shine' or 'light', or possibly from the name of the Mesopotamian moon god Sin. As a given name, it has been used in modern times, often chosen for its spiritual or geographical significance.
Where Sinai is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Sinai” around the world
Where Sinai lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
55
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Sinai
Names that share Sinai's style, for a brother or sister.
