Mary vs Sarah
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Sarah
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Princess
Peak: 1981 (1.58%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Sarah |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 1.32% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.89% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.65% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.52% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 0.40% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 0.34% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 0.33% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 0.24% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 0.20% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 0.31% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 1.45% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 1.26% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.89% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Sarah more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Sarah peaked in 1981.
What do Mary and Sarah mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Sarah means "Princess".