Sahra
Fact sheet
- Name
- Sahra
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The first name Sahra is a female form that is used as a variant of Zahra in both Persian and Turkish. The name conveys 'the Radiant', 'the Desert', or 'the Flower'.
What does the name Sahra mean?
Sahra, a female first name, is a Persian and Turkish variant of the name Zahra. It conveys the meanings 'the Radiant', 'the Desert', or 'the Flower'. Its origins lie in Arabic, where the terms ṣaḥrāʾ (صحراء) mean 'Desert', zahrah (زهرة) means 'Blossom' or 'Flower', and zahraʾ (زهراء) means 'radiant', 'shining', or 'glowing'. Additionally, Sahra is interpreted as a modern variant of Sara, which means 'the Mistress', 'the Noble Woman', or 'the Princess'. The name is also used as a second name for the daughter of the Prophet Fatima, whose meaning is 'Illuminated'.
Where does the name Sahra come from?
The origin of the name Sahra is Arabic, with the meaning 'the Radiant' being prominent. Arabic components include ṣaḥrāʾ (صحراء) for 'Desert', zahrah (زهرة) for 'Blossom' or 'Flower', and zahraʾ (زهراء) for 'radiant', 'shining', or 'glowing'. The languages in which this name appears are Persian and Turkish.
How do you pronounce Sahra?
The pronunciation of Sahra is soft and two-syllable. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Sa-hra' [ˈzaːʁa] or [ˈsaːʁa]. It begins with a long A sound that conveys warmth and expansiveness. The middle consonants provide a distinctive yet flowing structure. The open ending 'a' gives the name a harmonious rounding. Thus, Sahra appears feminine and present - modern, melodic, and clear.
When is the name day of Sahra?
Sahra celebrates her name day on March 5, July 13, and October 9.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Sahra enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 753rd in the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2011 at rank 372. In the last ten years, Sahra has been given as a first name about 720 times, placing it 643rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 608th. The international popularity of the name is reflected in its rankings in various countries.
Nicknames & pet names
Sah / Sahara / Saharala / Sahira / Sahrali / Sahri / Sari / Sarita / Sasa
Similar first names
Famous people
- Meriem Sahra Userli (German actress)
- Sahra Amir Ebrahimi (actress)
- Sahra Drew (American actress)
- Sahra Hausmann (British handball player)
- Sahra Wagenknecht (Member of the European Parliament)
- Sarah Engels (DSDS singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Sahra
What is the meaning of the name Sahra?
Sahra means 'the Radiant', 'the Desert', or 'the Flower'.
Where does the name Sahra come from?
The name has Arabic roots and is also common in Persian and Turkish languages.
How popular is the name Sahra?
The name Sahra is gaining popularity in various cultures and is often regarded as a modern variant of Sara.