Sara
girl name#198 in 2025Sara entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #26 in 1981, ranks #198 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#198
rank today
#26
peak (1981)
1,568
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #120 |
| 1890s | #140 |
| 1900s | #143 |
| 1910s | #114 |
| 1920s | #124 |
| 1930s | #128 |
| 1940s | #134 |
| 1950s | #168 |
| 1960s | #161 |
| 1970s | #66 |
| 1980s | #29 |
| 1990s | #44 |
| 2000s | #73 |
| 2010s | #151 |
| 2020s | #188 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sara has been most popular in NY, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 357,000 people named Sara are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sara alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sara in 2025?
- Sara ranks #198 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,568 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sara most popular?
- Sara peaked in 1981, reaching #26 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sara with classmates?
- Sara will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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