Sairah
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "traveler" or "journey".
Name Census estimates that about 191 living Americans carry the first name Sairah. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Sairah today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sairah births was 2003 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sairah. 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.
People living today
191
~ 1 in 1,794,525 Americans
Peak year
2003
11 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,110
Tracked since 1985
Popularity
Sairah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Sairah from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 63 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Sairah remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sairah 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 Sairah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Sairah
The name Sairah has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots dating back to the 7th century AD during the rise of Islam. It is derived from the Arabic word "sa'ir," which means "wayfarer" or "traveler." The name carries connotations of adventure, exploration, and a journey through life.
In the early days of Islam, the name Sairah gained popularity as a symbol of the spiritual journey and quest for knowledge that was highly valued in the religion. It was often given to girls as a reminder of the importance of seeking wisdom and following the path of righteousness.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Sairah can be found in the works of renowned Islamic scholars and poets from the 9th and 10th centuries. They often used the name as a metaphor for the soul's journey towards enlightenment and spiritual growth.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Sairah. One of the earliest examples is Sairah bint Husayn (born around 680 AD), who was a revered scholar and poet in the early Islamic era. She was renowned for her vast knowledge and her contributions to the preservation of Arabic literature and culture.
Another prominent figure with the name Sairah was Sairah al-Andalusiyyah (born around 1180 AD), a renowned Andalusian poet and philosopher. Her works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and she was widely celebrated for her eloquence and deep insight.
In the 16th century, Sairah Begum (born around 1550 AD) was a powerful and influential figure in the Mughal Empire of India. As the wife of Emperor Akbar, she played a significant role in shaping the cultural and intellectual landscape of the empire, advocating for the advancement of women's education and rights.
During the 19th century, Sairah Ismat (born around 1835 AD) was a celebrated Egyptian writer and activist. She was a pioneer in the field of feminist literature and used her writings to challenge societal norms and advocate for women's rights and empowerment.
In more recent times, Sairah Ramadan (born in 1954) is a renowned Egyptian author and academic. Her novels and literary works have explored themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the experiences of women in the Middle East, earning her critical acclaim and numerous awards.
The name Sairah continues to be a popular choice across various cultures and regions, resonating with its rich historical significance and symbolism of a life journey filled with exploration, growth, and the pursuit of knowledge and enlightenment.
People
Sairah + last name combinations
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FAQ
Sairah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sairah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 191 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sairah 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 1,794,525 US residents.
Is Sairah a common name?
We classify Sairah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 73.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 195 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sairah most popular?
The single biggest year for Sairah was 2003, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sairah is about 20 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Sairah a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sairah in the SSA data are female. 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.
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.