Sinai
Sinai is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Thorny or sacred mountain.
Origin and history
Sinai is a biblically inspired name of Hebrew origin, referring to the mountain peninsula where Moses received the Ten Commandments. It has seen consistent moderate usage for girls in the United States in recent years. Its spiritual and geographic resonance gives it a distinct, classic sound.
Popularity in the United States
2,286 babies in the United States have been named Sinai since 1880. It ranks #3683 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1641.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.9 %)
- TX (26.2 %)
- FL (4.3 %)
- AZ (3.8 %)
- WA (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 20 |
| 1990-2000 | 240 |
| 2000-2010 | 772 |
| 2010-2019 | 794 |
| 2020-2029 | 460 |
Fun facts
- Mount Sinai is one of the most prominent sacred sites mentioned in the Abrahamic religions.
- While historically used as a place name, Sinai has grown in popularity as a given name for girls in the U.S. during the 21st century.