Sahar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sahar is a Persian name meaning 'dawn' or 'morning'. It has evolved from Persian to Arabic and Urdu, representing the concept of new beginnings. The name has a cultural significance in Persian-speaking regions and symbolizes beauty and hope. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Sahar is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sahar has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, 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, 'Sahar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17717th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5556th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2208th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3150th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3196th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sahar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sahar"
Pronunciation
/səˈhɑːr/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Sahar means 'dawn' or 'morning' in Persian, symbolizing the beginning of a new day.
Meaning
dawn, morning
Language Evolution
Sahar (Persian), Sahar (Arabic), Sahar (Urdu)
Historical Usage
The name Sahar has been used in Persian-speaking cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various regions, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia.
Variants & Derivatives
Sahira, Saharah, Saharah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sahar is perceived as a poetic and feminine name, often associated with beauty and new beginnings.
Famous People
Sahar Khodayari, Sahar Delijani
📊 Sahar Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 83 peak births in 1996
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sahar"
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 "Sahar"
"Sahar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 17717th of 24088 | 18 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5556th of 19264 | 145 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2208th of 27321 | 867 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3150th of 35406 | 791 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3196th of 30306 | 607 |
Regional Popularity of "Sahar" 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 "Sahar" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - |
75.49% 3053rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
65.54% 2415th/3685 |
45.77% 2048th/4475 |
52.83% 2744th/5194 |
23.75% 1500th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
80.90% 3707th/4582 |
47.33% 2444th/5164 |
44.48% 3253rd/7313 |
27.88% 2081st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
47.80% 2145th/4487 |
52.01% 3548th/6822 |
36.04% 2262nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sahar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sahar" 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.