Sabine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sabine originates from Latin, meaning 'of the Sabine tribe'. It evolved from the Latin 'Sabinus' through Old French to Modern English. The name is associated with traits of strength and elegance, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Renaissance due to a resurgence of interest in classical cultures.
The name Sabine is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sabine has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Sabine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7989th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4570th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2680th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3739th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2269th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2198th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sabine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sabine"
Pronunciation
/səˈbiːn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Sabine derives from the Latin word 'Sabinus', referring to the Sabine people, an ancient Italic tribe that lived in central Italy.
Meaning
of the Sabine tribe
Language Evolution
Sabinus (Latin), Sabine (Old French), Sabine (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Renaissance period, reflecting an interest in classical antiquity and the cultures of ancient Rome.
Variants & Derivatives
Sabina, Sabrina, Bina
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Sabine is viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and historical significance.
Famous People
Sabine Lisicki, a German professional tennis player., Sabine Meyer, a renowned German clarinetist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sabine"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Sabine"
"Sabine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4570th of 12526 | 141 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2680th of 19264 | 445 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3739th of 27321 | 416 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2269th of 35406 | 1,268 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2198th of 30306 | 1,019 |
Regional Popularity of "Sabine" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sabine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
37.47% 1305th/3483 |
- |
61.62% 2492nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
41.45% 1855th/4475 |
64.90% 3371st/5194 |
74.56% 4710th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
33.42% 1726th/5164 |
35.43% 2591st/7313 |
22.11% 1650th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
64.73% 2579th/3984 |
40.76% 1829th/4487 |
40.09% 2735th/6822 |
27.88% 1750th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sabine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sabine" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.