What is the meaning of the name Sara in Islam?

Sara (Arabic: سارة) means "Princess, noblewoman (Sarah)" in Arabic/Hebrew. It is a girl's name used by Muslims worldwide.

Is Sara a good Islamic name?

Yes, Sara is considered a good Islamic name as it carries a positive meaning: "Princess, noblewoman (Sarah)". Names with good meanings are encouraged in Islam, and the Prophet ﷺ recommended naming children with beautiful names.

Quick Answer

Sara (سارة) is a girl's name of Arabic/Hebrew origin meaning Princess, noblewoman (Sarah). Global Prayer Times lists the meaning, origin and related Islamic baby names below — one of 483 names in the free directory, with no ads or tracking.

Girl Arabic/Hebrew

Sara

سارة

Meaning

Princess, noblewoman (Sarah)

Gender

Girl's name

Origin

Arabic/Hebrew

Popularity

very popular

Sara (سارة) is an Arabic name meaning "Princess, noblewoman (Sarah)". The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so make your names good." (Abu Dawud)

More Girl's Names Starting with S

Safiya

Pure

صفية

Sumayya

High above

سميّة

Shaima

Of good character

شيماء

Sakina

Tranquility

سكينة

Saba

Morning breeze

صبا

Sabeen

Thin stream of water

صبين

Sadia

Fortunate

سعدية

Sahira

Wakeful

ساهرة

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