Sabrina

Sabrina is a feminine given name used in various cultures and languages. Its exact origin is uncertain, but it is commonly linked to the Latin form Sabrina, the ancient name for the River Severn, in Britain. It is also sometimes associated with Sabina or other Latin-root names. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century and has since become widely used in many regions.

In culture and media, Sabrina appears in literature and film. The stage play Sabrina Fair by Samuel A. Taylor inspired the 1954 film Sabrina, a romantic comedy known for its performances by Audrey Hepburn, Humphrey Bogart, and William Holden. A 1995 remake, Sabrina, featured Harrison Ford and Julia Ormond. The name is also associated with several fictional characters, most notably Sabrina Spellman, the witch from the long-running television series Sabrina the Teenage Witch (1996–2003) and its later adaptations, including Sabrina the Animated Series (1999–2000) and the darker Netflix series Chilling Adventures of Sabrina (2018–2020).

Notable people with the given name include Sabrina Carpenter, an American actress and singer; Sabrina Ferilli, an Italian actress; Sabrina Salerno, an Italian singer and actress; Sabrina Bryan, an American dancer and actress; and Sabrina Ouazani, a French actress. The name continues to be used internationally in contemporary naming practices.

See also other uses of the name Sabrina in fiction and film, as well as lists of people named Sabrina.