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Sadie
GirlHebrew, English· “diminutive of Sarah; princess”
- Meaning
- diminutive of Sarah; princess
- Origin
- Hebrew, English
- Pronunciation
- SAY-dee
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #50
- US babies 2025
- 4,168
- Best rank
- #46 (2014)
- Peak year
- 2014
Meaning and origin of Sadie
Sadie is a Hebrew and English name that means “diminutive of Sarah; princess”.
Sadie began as an affectionate nickname for Sarah, the Hebrew name meaning "princess" borne by the wife of Abraham in Genesis. Like Molly for Mary or Sally for Sarah, it was common in English-speaking homes as a pet form before standing on its own. For a time it had a slightly old-fashioned, turn-of-the-century image, but it has returned as part of the broader revival of vintage nickname names. Sadie is short, cheerful and easy to spell, with a soft sound that suits a small child and still works well for an adult. Parents who love Sarah but want something breezier often land here.
Popularity over time
Sadie has been given to babies in the United States since at least 1880, the first year of Social Security records. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 137 different years. Its best national rank was #46 in 2014, the same year it reached its highest count of 4,871 babies. In 2025, 4,168 babies were named Sadie, and it ranked #50 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #174 in 1920, #458 in 1950, #657 in 1980, #243 in 2000, #118 in 2010, and #50 in 2025. Of the 149,681 US girls named Sadie since records began, 24% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 21,328 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Paisley, Kennedy, Serenity, Arianna, and Aubree.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Sadie ranked highest in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Wyoming.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | #16 | 186 |
| Mississippi | #17 | 55 |
| Wyoming | #21 | 10 |
| Alabama | #24 | 95 |
| Kansas | #26 | 62 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Sadie is usually pronounced SAY-dee, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with S and ends in “-ie”.
Middle names for Sadie
A few middle names that flow with Sadie: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Sadie
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sadie mean?
Sadie is a Hebrew and English name that means “diminutive of Sarah; princess”.
What is the origin of the name Sadie?
Sadie has Hebrew and English roots. Sadie began as an affectionate nickname for Sarah, the Hebrew name meaning "princess" borne by the wife of Abraham in Genesis.
Is Sadie a popular name?
Yes. Sadie ranked #50 in the US in 2025, which makes it one of the 100 most popular names.
Is Sadie a boy or girl name?
Sadie is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Sadie?
Sadie is usually pronounced SAY-dee. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings