Sara
Female name · ★ Classic
172,918
Total Births
1981
Peak Year
#189
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Sara
Sara is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 172,918 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1980s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 3,623 births |
| 1890s | 3,542 births |
| 1900s | 4,166 births |
| 1910s | 7,879 births |
| 1920s | 8,878 births |
| 1930s | 7,791 births |
| 1940s | 8,208 births |
| 1950s | 8,245 births |
| 1960s | 9,045 births |
| 1970s | 22,447 births |
| 1980s | 40,517 births |
| 1990s | 27,919 births |
| 2000s | 16,108 births |
| 2010s | 3,440 births |
| 2020s | 1,110 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Sara?
Sara has been given to 172,918 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1981 with 4,400 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #189.
Is Sara a boy or girl name?
Sara is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Sara most popular?
Sara was most popular in 1981, when 4,400 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Sara?
Sara first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).