sarah

Sarah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. It derives from the ancient Hebrew name Sara, commonly translated as “princess” or “noblewoman.” In the Hebrew Bible, Sarah is the wife of Abraham and the mother of Isaac, and she is regarded as a matriarch of the Jewish people.

The name has been widely used in Christian and Muslim cultures and has many variants across languages. English forms include Sarah and Sara; other languages use Sara, Sára, or Sarai in Biblical or modern usage. Diminutives and nicknames include Sally, Sadie, and Sare. The name’s usage is global and it frequently appears in literature, film, and public life.

Notable people and characters named Sarah include the American comedian Sarah Silverman, actresses Sarah Jessica Parker and Sarah Michelle Gellar, politician Sarah Palin, and singer Sarah Vaughan. In fiction, Sarah Connor from the Terminator franchise and Sarah Williams from Labyrinth are well-known examples. The name is commonly found across different cultures and time periods, reflecting its longstanding presence in Western naming traditions.