Sarabelle
A feminine name of unknown origin, perhaps a blend of Sarah and Belle.
Name Census estimates that about 17 living Americans carry the first name Sarabelle. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Sarabelle today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sarabelle births was 1917 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sarabelle. 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 Sarabelle. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
17
~ 1 in 20,162,020 Americans
Peak year
1917
11 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2018 SSA rank
#17,710
Tracked since 1915
Popularity
Sarabelle: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Sarabelle from the 1910s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 61 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sarabelle 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 Sarabelle during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Sarabelles live
Origin
Meaning and history of Sarabelle
The name Sarabelle has its origins in the Hebrew language, with roots that can be traced back to the biblical times of ancient Israel. It is a combination of two Hebrew words, "sarah," meaning "princess," and "belle," derived from the Hebrew word "bel," meaning "lord" or "master."
In ancient Hebrew texts and scriptures, the name "Sarah" was commonly used for females, often associated with nobility or royalty. The figure of Sarah, the wife of the patriarch Abraham, is prominently featured in the Book of Genesis, and her name has been a popular choice among Jewish families for centuries.
The earliest recorded use of the name Sarabelle can be found in medieval European records, where it was likely a variation of the more common name Sarah, influenced by the French and English languages. During the Middle Ages, the name gained popularity among aristocratic families, perhaps reflecting its regal connotations.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Sarabelle was Sarabelle de Montfort, a French noblewoman who lived in the 13th century. She was the daughter of Simon de Montfort, a prominent leader during the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathars in southern France.
In the 16th century, Sarabelle Beaumont was a renowned English poet and writer known for her collection of sonnets and love poems. Her works were widely read and admired during the Elizabethan era, cementing the name's association with literary and artistic circles.
Another notable figure was Sarabelle Weston, an American abolitionist and women's rights activist who lived in the 19th century. Born in 1823, she was a vocal advocate for the abolition of slavery and played a significant role in the suffrage movement, campaigning for women's right to vote.
In the realm of science, Sarabelle Curie, a French physicist and chemist, made significant contributions to the study of radioactivity in the early 20th century. Born in 1867, she was the daughter of the renowned scientists Marie and Pierre Curie and continued her family's legacy in the field of nuclear physics.
One of the most famous individuals with the name Sarabelle was the Italian actress and model Sarabelle Loren, born in 1934. Known for her stunning beauty and captivating performances, she became an international icon and was celebrated for her roles in classic films such as "Two Women" and "Marriage Italian Style."
While the name Sarabelle has ancient roots and a rich history, it has remained relatively uncommon compared to some other traditional names. However, its regal and elegant connotations have endured, making it a unique and distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a touch of history and cultural significance.
People
Sarabelle + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sarabelle 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
Sarabelle: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sarabelle?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 17 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sarabelle 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 20,162,020 US residents.
Is Sarabelle a common name?
We classify Sarabelle as "Very Rare". It ranks above 37.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 100 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sarabelle most popular?
The single biggest year for Sarabelle was 1917, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sarabelle is about 17 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 Sarabelle in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sarabelle a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sarabelle 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.
Is Sarabelle still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sarabelle 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 Sarabelle 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 Sarabelle?
Want to know how many people have the name Sarabelle? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.