Sahara
girl name#1962 in 2025Sahara entered the US charts in 1964, peaked at #1033 in 2006, ranks #1962 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1964–2025
#1962
rank today
#1033
peak (2006)
98
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6767 |
| 1970s | #6542 |
| 1980s | #4451 |
| 1990s | #1974 |
| 2000s | #1525 |
| 2010s | #1629 |
| 2020s | #1657 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sahara has been most popular in CA, FL, TX.
Living bearers
About 4,700 people named Sahara are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sahara alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sahara in 2025?
- Sahara ranks #1962 among US girl names in 2025, with 98 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sahara most popular?
- Sahara peaked in 2006, reaching #1033 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sahara with classmates?
- Sahara will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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