Sarah

Sarah is an ancient Hebrew name derived from the root meaning princess or noblewoman, from the Semitic root ś-r-r relating to rulership or authority. In the Hebrew Bible, Sarah is the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac, making her a foundational figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, where she is also venerated. The name spread across Europe through Biblical tradition and has remained in continuous use for centuries. Closely related forms include Sara, the variant most common in southern Europe and Scandinavia, as well as the Arabic cognate Sara used throughout the Islamic world.