How Popular (or Rare) was Sara in 2008?

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#10,825
2008 Rank
7
2008 Births
#3,837
Best Rank (2004)
24
Peak Year (2004)
150
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 291,421
Rarity Factor (2008)
Popularity Position
Bottom 26%
Among US boys' names in 2008
Rare Β· 1 in 291,421 births

πŸ“Š The Sara Story

Sara is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #10825 in 2008 with 7 recorded births. This places Sara in the bottom 26% 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 decreased by 30.0%. In 2008, approximately 1 in every 291,421 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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