How Popular (or Rare) was Sara in 1998?

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#5,116
1998 Rank
13
1998 Births
#3,837
Best Rank (2004)
24
Peak Year (2004)
150
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 147,024
Rarity Factor (1998)
Popularity Position
Top 45%
Among US boys' names in 1998
Rare Β· 1 in 147,024 births

πŸ“Š The Sara Story

Sara is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #5116 in 1998 with 13 recorded births. This places Sara in the top 45% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2004 with 24 births ranking #3837. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 30.0%. In 1998, approximately 1 in every 147,024 boys born was named Sara. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

πŸ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Hebrew  |  Meaning: princess

Sara is a streamlined form of Sarah and shares the meaning 'princess'. It feels classic, simple, and internationally familiar.

Used across many languages and cultures, Sara often functions as the more pared-back visual form of Sarah. Its broad reach has helped it remain easy and timeless.

Did you know?Sara and Sarah share the same biblical root but carry slightly different style signals in modern use.
Similar namesSarah, Sarai, Sadie, Sabrina, Safa

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