Saarah
Girl name · 16 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Saarah: 16 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 6 births in 2003.
The name Saarah is a variant spelling of Sarah, which originates from the Hebrew *Śārāh*, meaning "princess" or "noblewoman." In the Old Testament, Sarah was the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac, making it a timeless biblical choice. While no historical figures specifically named Saarah have achieved widespread fame, the standard spelling Sarah has been borne by notable women such as Sarah, Duchess of York, and American actress Sarah Jessica Parker. The name shares its root meaning with the word "czarina" or "sultanah," though no specific place connections exist for this variant. In Scotland, Saarah offers a less common but equally elegant alternative to the classic Sarah, sometimes reflecting Arabic or South Asian influences where the double 'a' is more prevalent.
Girl 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20036 babies
- Latest (2012)
- #8153 babies
- Total births
- 16since 2003
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y