Sara is a popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #97 in 2024 with 476 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 653 births ranking #82. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 17.8%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 542 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.