Sadane
A feminine Japanese name with uncertain meaning, possibly deriving from a combination of different linguistic elements.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Sadane. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Sadane today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sadane births was 1981 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sadane. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Sadane. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1981
5 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
1981 SSA rank
#7,083
Tracked since 1981
Popularity
Sadane: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Sadane by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Sadane during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Sadane
The name Sadane is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language, which is an ancient classical language of the Indian subcontinent. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "sadana," which means "dwelling place" or "abode." The earliest recorded use of the name Sadane dates back to ancient Hindu texts and scriptures from around the 4th century BCE.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Sadane was a renowned Indian scholar and philosopher who lived in the 5th century CE. He was known for his contributions to the study of Hindu philosophy and his interpretations of ancient Sanskrit texts.
In the 9th century CE, a Sadane was mentioned in historical records as a prominent figure in the court of the Chola dynasty, which ruled over parts of southern India. This Sadane was known for his skills in administration and diplomacy.
During the medieval period, a Sadane appeared in Persian literature as a character in a famous epic poem. This Sadane was portrayed as a wise and virtuous figure, serving as a mentor to the protagonist of the story.
In the 16th century, a Sadane was recorded as a notable artist and calligrapher in the Mughal Empire. His works were highly regarded and exhibited in the imperial court of the time.
Another Sadane of historical significance was a Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 18th century in the region of present-day West Bengal, India. He was celebrated for his contributions to the revival and preservation of classical Sanskrit literature.
These are just a few examples of individuals named Sadane who have left their mark in various fields throughout history, spanning across different regions and time periods. The name's origins in Sanskrit and its association with concepts of dwelling and abode have likely contributed to its enduring presence across centuries.
People
Sadane + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sadane as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sadane: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sadane?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sadane going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Sadane a common name?
We classify Sadane as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sadane most popular?
The single biggest year for Sadane was 1981, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sadane is about 43 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Sadane in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sadane a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sadane in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Sadane still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sadane in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Sadane can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Sadane?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.