How popular is the name Sara in 2025?

Sara is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Sara most popular?

Sara peaked in 1908, reaching #1373 among US boy names.

Sara will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Sara entered the US charts in 1908, peaked at #1373 in 1908, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1373

peak (1908)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,000 people named Sara are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Sara alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Sara in 2025?: Sara is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Sara most popular?: Sara peaked in 1908, reaching #1373 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Sara with classmates?: Sara will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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