The nameSabra
Sabra is a name with Hebrew and Arabic echoes, once given in 19th century America.
- Girl's name
- Hebrew and Arabic
Meaning
Sabra is the Hebrew word for a prickly pear cactus, used for Israelis born in the country. In Arabic sabr means "patience".
Origin
Hebrew and Arabic.
History
In the United States Sabra reached 657th place in 1887.
Popularity of the name Sabra
Sabra in the United States
Sabra was most popular in the United States in the 1960s, with 879 births over the decade, 18% of all recorded babies named Sabra. Its rise began around 1890, and it peaked in 1961. Half of all babies named Sabra in the United States were born before 1967, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sabra mean?
Sabra is the Hebrew word for a prickly pear cactus, used for Israelis born in the country. In Arabic sabr means "patience".
What is the origin of the name Sabra?
Hebrew and Arabic.
Is Sabra a girl's or a boy's name?
Sabra is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Sabra?
In 2024, Sabra was the 11262nd most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 8 births.