Names like Sara
Sara is a two-syllable Hebrew name that ends on a vowel. Each list below follows one of those threads on its own, so you can see exactly what the names share.
The same sound
Two syllables, ending the same way as Sara.
Shira Hebrew · song
Sabra Hebrew · the thorny, resilient prickly-pear cactus; used for native-born Israelis prized for toughness on the outside, softness within
Nora Irish · "honor," by way of Honora, the form Ireland made its own; also the pet form of Eleanora in Scandinavia and beyond. Long after its Ibsen heroine slammed the door, it returned as a sleek vintage favorite
Shifra Hebrew · beautiful; the brave midwife of Exodus who defied Pharaoh
The same roots
Also Hebrew names, from the tradition Sara comes from.
Hana Hebrew · grace, mercy (shared with Hannah)
Jaime Hebrew · Spanish form of James (from Jacob), traditionally translated as 'supplanter'
Izabella Hebrew · variant spelling of Isabella, "God is my oath"
Daniella Hebrew · feminine form of Daniel, "God is my judge"
The same feel
Also biblical, classic and international names.
Sela Samoan · Samoan form of Sarah: princess
Marianna Hebrew · blend of Maria and Anna, both ultimately from Hebrew names meaning 'wished-for child' and 'grace'
Giovanna Hebrew · Italian feminine form of John/Giovanni, traditionally translated as 'God is gracious'
Mikaela Hebrew · variant of Michaela, meaning who is like God
Names of the same moment
Each of these is at its highest in the 2000s, the same decade as Sara, on a similar curve.
Mara Hebrew · means 'bitter'; the name Naomi takes in the Book of Ruth
Tera Uncertain · of disputed origin: possibly Latin terra, earth, possibly a variant of Irish Tara, or a short form of Theresa.
Arie Hebrew · variant of Ari, Hebrew for 'lion'
Abbie Hebrew · father's joy
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