Sahra

Meaning of Sahra

Sahra is a female name with origins in both English and German. In English, it is pronounced as SAH-ruh (/ˈsɑːrə/), while in German, it is pronounced as ZAH-ruh (/ˈzaːʁa/). The name has variations, with "Sarah" being the most common alternative spelling.

In terms of popularity, Sahra has had varying levels of usage in the United States over the years. In recent times, it has been given to around 10 to 30 babies per year, ranking between 4000 and 9000 on the list of most popular names. Notably, its highest occurrence was recorded in 2010 when it was given to 28 newborns.

Sahra carries associations of strength and grace. It shares these positive attributes with its more common variation Sarah, which is derived from Hebrew and means "princess." The name Sahra can be a unique choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet elegant name for their daughter.

Please note that while the provided information highlights usage trends in the United States, Sahra can be used globally and may have different associations or popularity rankings in other countries.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as SAH-ruh (/ˈsɑːrə/)

German

  • Pronunced as ZAH-ruh (/ˈzaːʁa/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Notable People Named Sahra

Sahra Wagenknecht is a German politician, economist, author, and publicist who founded her own party, Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht, to contest elections from 2024 onwards.
Sahra Noor is a Somali-American nurse and health care executive.
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