How Many People Are Named Sahar?
Complete statistics for the name Sahar: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Sahar means 'desert' in Arabic, adding a touch of exotic allure to its very rare status among female names. With only 2,401 people named Sahar living in the US today, you're one in 137,467 Americans who shares this unique moniker. The name peaked in popularity in 1996, but it's still rising, with a majority of its bearers under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 2 symbolizes balance, harmony, and cooperation.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 25All 2,439 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1996Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Sahar Through the Generations
Sahar has seen a steady rise in popularity since its peak in 1996 when 83 babies were given this name. Today, the name is predominantly held by younger individuals, with 1,422 under the age of 30, compared to just 1,017 aged between 30 and 60. This trend reflects Sahar as a genuinely modern name, embraced by a new generation of parents looking for something fresh and distinctive.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Sahar's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Sahar
How Many People Have the Name Sahar?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 338 people in the United States currently share the name Sahar. That works out to roughly 1 in every 980,619 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Sahar a Common or Rare Name?
Sahar is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Sahar Mean?
Sahar means "desert" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Sahar in SSA data, approximately 1% are male and 99% are female.
When Was Sahar Most Popular?
The name Sahar reached peak popularity in 1996, with 83 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Sahar?
Approximately 338 people named Sahar live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 338. That works out to roughly 1 in 980,619 Americans.
Is Sahar a rare name?
Sahar is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 980,619 Americans has this name.
What does the name Sahar mean?
Sahar means "desert" and comes from Arabic origins.
Is Sahar more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 1% of people named Sahar are male and 99% are female.
When was Sahar most popular?
Sahar peaked in 1996 with 83 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.