What names are similar to Sara?
If you like Sara, consider Shira, Sabra and Nora. Like Sara, their spellings end in -ra.
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 and Portuguese form in the James and Jacob family, carried by medieval kings of Aragon; English Jaime also belongs to Jamie’s branch; Jacob is traditionally interpreted as "supplanter", though its etymology is debated
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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