Sarai Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sarai originates from Hebrew, meaning 'my princess'. It has evolved through various forms and is deeply rooted in biblical tradition. The name is associated with nobility and strength, and while it has seen a rise in popularity in recent times, it is particularly recognized for its biblical significance.
The name Sarai is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Sarai has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled 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, 'Sarai' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6731st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2411th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 913th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 484th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 449th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Sarai' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sarai"
Pronunciation
/səˈraɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Sarai means 'my princess' and is derived from the Hebrew word 'sar' meaning 'prince' or 'noble'.
Meaning
princess
Language Evolution
Sarai, Saraih, Saraiya
Biblical Background
Sarai is a significant biblical figure, known as the wife of Abraham and the mother of Isaac.
Historical Usage
Sarai gained popularity in the English-speaking world, particularly due to its biblical connections, especially from the 20th century onwards.
Variants & Derivatives
Sarah, Sarina, Saree
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Sarai is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and nobility.
Famous People
Sarai Walker - an American author, Sarai Sutherland - a prominent singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sarai"
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 "Sarai"
"Sarai" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6731st of 12526 | 56 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2411th of 19264 | 524 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 913th of 27321 | 3,144 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 484th of 35406 | 9,928 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 449th of 30306 | 8,529 |
Regional Popularity of "Sarai" 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 "Sarai" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
94.32% 2292nd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
76.00% 2232nd/2937 |
47.34% 1649th/3483 |
58.50% 2058th/3518 |
50.59% 2046th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.81% 1467th/3685 |
28.60% 1280th/4475 |
17.02% 884th/5194 |
10.05% 635th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.91% 729th/4582 |
10.48% 541st/5164 |
7.07% 517th/7313 |
4.78% 357th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
17.49% 697th/3984 |
7.80% 350th/4487 |
6.39% 436th/6822 |
6.74% 423rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sarai"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sarai" 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.