Sabina

The feminine first name Sabina is the original Roman/Italian variant of the name Sabine, which in turn derives from the ancient Roman surname Sabinus. Translated, the name means 'of the tribe of the Sabines' or simplified 'the Sabine woman.'

What does the name Sabina mean?

The feminine first name Sabina is the original Roman/Italian variant of the name Sabine, which in turn derives from the ancient Roman surname Sabinus. Translated, the name means 'of the tribe of the Sabines' or simplified 'the Sabine woman.' The origin of Sabina lies in the Latin word Sabīnus for 'the Sabine' and generally for the people of the Sabines. Sabina is the region named after the Sabines in the Sabine hills of Latium. Once an ancient area, it is still predominantly identified with the northeastern province of Rome and the province of Rieti in Latium. The name became widespread particularly in the Middle Ages due to the veneration of Saint Sabina of Rome. Saint Sabina was a martyr. Her feast day is August 29. Other variants include Sabinela, Savina, Szabina, and Savinka. The masculine forms are Sabin, Savin, Savino, and Sabino.

Where does the name Sabina come from?

Etymology Sabina is a feminine first name of Latin origin with the meaning 'of the tribe of the Sabines.' Latin

How do you pronounce Sabina?

Sound & pronunciation of Sabina: The name Sabina is three syllables and rhythmically balanced. In German pronunciation, it is usually spoken as 'Sa-bi-na' [zaˈbiːna] or [saˈbiːna], starting with an open A sound that conveys warmth. The long I in the middle position brings brightness to the sound, while the open A at the end creates a sense of spaciousness. Thus, Sabina sounds melodic and feminine - harmonious, present, and sonically clear.

When is the name day of Sabina?

The name day of Sabina is August 29, October 27, and December 8.

Popularity

Sabina is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 1,630th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was in 1966 at 92nd place. In the last ten years, Sabina has been given as a first name about 250 times, placing it 1,367th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,469th.

Nicknames & pet names

Babsii / Bani / Bienli / Bina / Binaleinchen / Binalina / Binchen / Binci / Bine / Bini / Binka / Dobine / Saba / Sabani / Sabba / Sabbel / Sabe / Saber / Sabi / Sabia / Sabinbin / Sabinchen / Sabo / Sabrinamina / Sabs / Sabsch / Sabse / Saby / Sbaina / Sebeina / Sibbi

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