Find out how popular the first name Sabrea has been for the last 28 years (from 1985 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sabrea by gender

Based on the last 28 years of data, Sabrea is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sabrea.

The history of the first name Sabrea

The given name Sabrea is believed to have originated from the ancient Sumerian language, which was spoken in the regions of modern-day Iraq and Syria around 3000 BCE. It is thought to be derived from the Sumerian words "sa" meaning "to shine" and "brea" meaning "light" or "radiance."

Historically, the name Sabrea has been associated with concepts of brilliance, illumination, and enlightenment. Some scholars suggest that it may have been used as a title or epithet for deities or revered figures in ancient Mesopotamian cultures, although concrete evidence of its usage in early texts remains scarce.

The earliest recorded instance of the name Sabrea dates back to the 8th century BCE, where it appears in a cuneiform inscription found in the ruins of the Assyrian city of Nineveh. The inscription mentions a high priestess named Sabrea, who served in the temple of the goddess Ishtar.

In the 5th century BCE, a Greek philosopher named Sabrea of Miletus was known for his teachings on the nature of light and its relationship with the divine. His works, unfortunately, have been lost to time, but he is mentioned by later classical authors such as Plato and Aristotle.

During the Roman era, a prominent female poet named Sabrea Claudia gained recognition for her eloquent verses celebrating the virtues of wisdom and beauty. Her poetry collection, "Lumina Cordis" (Lights of the Heart), was widely admired among Roman aristocracy.

In the 12th century, a Sufi mystic and scholar named Sabrea al-Din al-Suhrawardi, born in 1145 in Suhraward, Iran, made significant contributions to the field of Islamic philosophy and mysticism. His writings on the concept of "Illumination" (Ishraq) had a profound influence on subsequent Sufi thought and tradition.

During the Renaissance period, an Italian painter named Sabrea Veronese, born in 1528 in Verona, Italy, became renowned for her masterful use of light and color in her religious and mythological paintings. Her works can be found in various churches and museums throughout Italy.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Sabrea, which has carried connotations of radiance, enlightenment, and artistic expression across various cultures and time periods.

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