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Sarah

American  
[sair-uh] / ˈsɛər ə /

noun

  1. the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac. Genesis 17:15–22.

  2. a female given name.


Sarah British  
/ ˈsɛərə /

noun

  1. Old Testament the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac (Genesis 17:15–22)

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Etymology

Origin of Sarah

From Late Latin Sarra, from Greek Sárra, from Hebrew śārāh “princess”

Example Sentences

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At least that’s how Sarah Rubino of Los Angeles, a mother to two boys, is approaching the springtime holiday coming up this Sunday.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

He could sell to fund his wife Sarah Blanchett’s future veterinary practice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Alpine Shire Mayor Sarah Nicholas had a similar message: reach out for support.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The judge, after hearing arguments from the Times and Sarah Welch, a lawyer representing the Justice Department, did not issue an immediate ruling.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Sarah R. called with a smile, leaning through the order window.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith