Sabine
Sabine is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Woman of the Sabine tribe.
Origin and history
Sabine is a classic feminine name derived from the Sabines, an ancient Italic tribe of central Italy. It is widely used in French and German-speaking regions and has maintained a steady, modest presence in the United States. Today it is appreciated for its elegant, international feel.
Popularity in the United States
3,387 babies in the United States have been named Sabine since 1880. It ranks #3048 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1586.
States where it is most popular
- CA (32.6 %)
- NY (31.3 %)
- TX (12.9 %)
- FL (8 %)
- MA (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 44 |
| 1960-1970 | 246 |
| 1970-1980 | 267 |
| 1980-1990 | 241 |
| 1990-2000 | 364 |
| 2000-2010 | 839 |
| 2010-2019 | 860 |
| 2020-2029 | 516 |
Famous people named Sabine
- Sabine Schmitz: Racing Driver, Television Presenter
- Sabine Azéma: Actress
Fun facts
- The name traces back to the Sabines, an ancient population that inhabited the central Apennine Mountains of Italy.
- Sabine was immensely popular in France and Germany during the mid-20th century before gaining steady niche usage in the United States.