Everything about the name SARAH
Meaning, origin, history
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Popularity of the name SARAH since 1880
Birth evolution
Popularity analysis
The name Sarah has been popular among parents in the United States for over a century, with a total of 1,092,927 babies named Sarah since 1880. The popularity of the name Sarah began to rise significantly around the turn of the 20th century, with more than 2,000 births each year from 1900 onwards.
The peak in popularity for the name Sarah occurred between 1974 and 1983, during which time there were over 25,000 babies named Sarah each year. In fact, Sarah was the second most popular girl's name in the United States during these years, behind only Jennifer.
However, since the mid-1980s, the popularity of the name Sarah has steadily declined. By the early 2000s, fewer than 5,000 babies were named Sarah each year, and this trend has continued into the present day. In recent years, the name Sarah has ranked among the top 300 most popular girl's names in the United States.
Despite its decline in popularity in recent decades, the name Sarah remains a classic and enduring choice for parents looking to give their daughter a timeless and memorable name. With over a million babies named Sarah since 1880, it is clear that this name has been beloved by generations of American families.