Sara is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #198 in 2025 with 1,568 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 6,288 births ranking #50. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 75.1%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 1,025 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.