Girl · 137th of 35,406
Sabrina
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
141,980
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1997
Peak Popularity Year
5,823
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Sabrina stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Sabrina is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'princess', which has evolved from the historical form 'Sabina'. It is linked to the ancient Sabine people and the River Severn. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and is viewed as charming and elegant today. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/səˈbriːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Sabrina is believed to have originated from the Latin name 'Sabina', which refers to the Sabine people of ancient Italy. It has also been associated with the River Severn in the UK, derived from the Welsh word 'Habren'.
Meaning
princess
Language Evolution
Sabina, Sabrina
Historical Usage
The name Sabrina gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, partly due to the influence of literature and folklore.
Variants & Derivatives
Sabina, Sabrine, Brina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sabrina is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with youthful femininity.
Famous People
Sabrina Carpenter, Sabrina Spellman (fictional character), Sabrina the Teenage Witch (TV character)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 5,823 peak births in 1997
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3493rd of 10718 | 139 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4486th of 16616 | 170 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14010th of 24088 | 38 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7673rd of 9107 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5956th of 9204 | 32 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 412th of 12526 | 9,441 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 138th of 19264 | 35,217 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 108th of 27321 | 46,447 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 137th of 35406 | 40,275 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 369th of 30306 | 10,210 |