Saray Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Saray is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'princess' or 'lady,' evolving from 'Sarai.' It is associated with nobility and has biblical significance as the original name of Sarah, the wife of Abraham. The name has variants like Sarah and is perceived as modern and unique today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Saray"
Pronunciation
/səˈraɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Saray is derived from the Hebrew word 'sarai,' which means 'my princess' or 'my lady.' It is often associated with nobility and royalty.
Meaning
princess, lady
Language Evolution
Sarai, Saray, Sarah
Biblical Background
Saray is a biblical name and was the original name of Sarah, the wife of Abraham, in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
Saray gained popularity in various cultures, particularly within Jewish and Christian communities, due to its biblical significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Sarah, Sarai, Saria
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Saray is perceived as unique and modern while still retaining its traditional roots.
Famous People
Saray Montoya, a contemporary artist, Saray Demir, a notable actress
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 121 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Saray"
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 "Saray"
"Saray" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11640th of 19264 | 31 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3639th of 27321 | 431 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2195th of 35406 | 1,320 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3676th of 30306 | 506 |
Regional Popularity of "Saray" 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 "Saray" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
93.54% 3447th/3685 |
- |
54.31% 2821st/5194 |
27.64% 1746th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
62.59% 2868th/4582 |
65.14% 3364th/5164 |
30.06% 2198th/7313 |
17.65% 1317th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
54.47% 2444th/4487 |
52.48% 3580th/6822 |
38.29% 2403rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Saray"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Saray" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Saray" in the United States
The name Saray is most popular in California, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Saray has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Saray' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11640th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3639th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2195th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3676th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Saray' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.