Sara
سارةPrincess; noblewoman, from Hebrew
Girl namesMeaning of Sara
Princess; noblewoman, from Hebrew
About the name Sara
Sara is a form of a Hebrew name meaning “lady” or “princess,” written سارة in Arabic. Sara and Sarah share that origin; the final h changes the spelling rather than creating a new meaning. The name is also associated with Sarah in Abrahamic traditions, while pronunciation differs across languages.
At a glance
- Usage
- Girl names
- Origin
- International
- First Arabic letter
- س
- Arabic letters
- 4
- Pronunciation guide
- SAA-ra
- Other spellings
- Sarah
How to write and say Sara
- In Arabic
- سارة
- In Latin letters
- Sara
This pronunciation guide is approximate and varies between families and languages. Use one consistent spelling on your child’s official documents.
Why consider the name Sara?
- The name has a familiar Arabic spelling, سارة, alongside Latin forms used in many languages.
- If Sarah’s story matters to your family, distinguish that cultural association from the name’s linguistic meaning.
- Compare Sara and Sarah in the records used where you live before settling on one form.
Questions about Sara
What does Sara mean?
Princess; noblewoman, from Hebrew
How do you write Sara in Arabic and Latin letters?
The forms shown here are سارة in Arabic and Sara in Latin letters. The official form may differ by country and family.
Are there other spellings of Sara?
Our recorded alternatives are Sarah. Similar spellings do not always share an origin, so check the form you intend to use.
How is Sara pronounced?
Our approximate guide is SAA-ra. Actual pronunciation varies by family and language.
Does the final h change the meaning of Sara or Sarah?
No. These spellings share an origin and meaning, although usage and pronunciation vary by language. Choose one consistent form for records.