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SHAHR-luht
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Sarina
GirlHebrew, American (modern coinage)· “form of Sarah; princess”
- Meaning
- form of Sarah; princess
- Origin
- Hebrew, American (modern coinage)
- Pronunciation
- suh-REE-nuh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #1,745
- US babies 2025
- 117
- Best rank
- #714 (1996)
- Peak year
- 1996
Meaning and origin of Sarina
Sarina is a Hebrew and American (modern coinage) name that is usually said to mean “form of Sarah; princess”.
Sarina is an elaboration of Sarah, a Hebrew name meaning "princess." In the Book of Genesis, Sarah is the wife of Abraham and the mother of Isaac, a matriarch of the Jewish people. Sarina adds a lilting -ina ending and has been used in several languages, including Italian and German. Pronounced suh-REE-nuh, it has a soft, melodic sound. Sara and Rina are sweet nicknames. Sarina suits parents who want a classic biblical name with a fresh, graceful feel that works well in many cultures.
Popularity over time
Sarina first appears in US Social Security records in 1913. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 10 different years, starting in 1988. Its best national rank was #714 in 1996, the same year it reached its highest count of 296 babies. In 2025, 117 babies were named Sarina, and it ranked #1,745 nationally. That is 34% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #5,971 in 1950, #1,282 in 1980, #824 in 2000, #1,196 in 2010, and #1,745 in 2025. Of the 9,624 US girls named Sarina since records began, 25% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 1990s come next, with 2,256 babies. Since 2010, 2,244 more have been named Sarina.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Yasmeen, Breann, Bryana, Julisa, and Yamilex.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Sarina ranked highest in California, New York, and Illinois.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| California | #1049 | 26 |
| New York | #1146 | 13 |
| Illinois | #1219 | 7 |
| New Jersey | #1326 | 5 |
| Pennsylvania | #1374 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Sarina is usually pronounced suh-REE-nuh, with three syllables. It has six letters, starts with S and ends in “-na”.
Middle names for Sarina
A few middle names that flow with Sarina: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Sarina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sarina mean?
Sarina is a Hebrew and American (modern coinage) name that is usually said to mean “form of Sarah; princess”.
What is the origin of the name Sarina?
Sarina has Hebrew and modern American roots. Sarina is an elaboration of Sarah, a Hebrew name meaning "princess." In the Book of Genesis, Sarah is the wife of Abraham and the mother of Isaac, a matriarch of the Jewish people.
Is Sarina a popular name?
Not especially. Sarina ranked #1,745 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Sarina a boy or girl name?
Sarina is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Sarina?
Sarina is usually pronounced suh-REE-nuh. 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