Spelling Variants
Sara vs Sarah: Which Spelling?
Both derive from Hebrew Sarai/Śāră with identical meaning of princess; Sara and Sarah are spelling variants.
Global Rank #2
Sara
Origin: Hebrew
Sara means "princess" or "noblewoman" and derives from the Hebrew name Sarai (שָׂרַי), which comes from the root word "sar" meaning "prince" or "ruler." The name is used across Jewish,…
Global Rank #22
Sarah
Origin: English
Sarah derives from the Hebrew name שָׂרָה (Śāră), meaning "princess" or "noblewoman," from the root śar meaning "to rule" or "prince." The name is primarily used in Jewish, Christian, and…
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Sara currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.