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Name Origin

Sarah is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'princess' or 'noblewoman'. It has been a popular name for centuries across various cultures.

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Famous People

Sarah Bernhardt (1844-1923)

Actress

  • Considered one of the greatest actresses of all time
  • Known for her powerful performances and flamboyant personality

Sarah Jessica Parker (1965-)

Actress, Producer

  • Known for her role as Carrie Bradshaw in the HBO series Sex and the City
  • Won four Golden Globe Awards and three Screen Actors Guild Awards

Sarah Palin (1964-)

Politician

  • Served as the 9th governor of Alaska from 2006 to 2009
  • Was the Republican Party's vice presidential nominee in the 2008 United States presidential election

Sarah Koenig (1969-)

Journalist, Podcaster

  • Co-creator and host of the popular podcast Serial
  • Known for her investigative journalism and immersive storytelling style