What does Sabira mean and where does it come from?
Sabira is of Arabic origin, and the name can be found in various cultures across the Middle East and North Africa. In Arabic, the word 'صَبْر' (sabr) means 'patience' and is held in high regard. The name reflects excellent virtues and character traits. It has been embraced in the United States, reso
Cultural significance
Sabira has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of صَبِيْرَة - patient and strong..
Peak popularity
Reached #10177 in 2003 — currently #12939 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Sabira?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Sabira?
Sabira works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
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Sabira Blair
One syllable · on the rise
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One syllable · vintage charm
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One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Sabira right now?
Falling — down 971 spots — currently #12939 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2025 | #12939 | 7 | ▼ down 971 · -12% births |
| 2024 | #11968 | 8 | ▲ up 1240 · +14% births |
| 2023 | #13208 | 7 | ▼ down 2135 · -22% births |
| 2022 | #11073 | 9 | ▲ up 3862 · +50% births |
| 2021 | #14935 | 6 | — |
The story of Sabira
Sabira is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 20 total births recorded, Sabira remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14935 in 2021 to #13208 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Sabira in 2003:
💎Sabira has only 20 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Sabira (Quranic figure)
Sabira appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.
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Sabira (historical Arab ruler)
Sabira held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Sabira (Sufi mystic)
Sabira used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Sabira (Islamic scholar)
Sabira bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Common questions about the name Sabira
What does the name Sabira mean?
Sabira means "صَبِيْرَة - Patient and strong." — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Sabira?
Sabira is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Sabira have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Sabira?
Sabira originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Sabira?
Sabira pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Arabic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Sabira trending right now?
Sabira is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.