Sara is a popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #98 in 2018 with 535 recorded births. This places Sara in the top 1% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 653 births ranking #82. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 32.4%. In 2018, approximately 1 in every 539 girls born was named Sara. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
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.