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Saba Pronunciation

Saba is pronounced SAH-bah /ˈsɑ.bɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic/Persian saba, 'a gentle morning breeze (from the east)'; also Saba, the kingdom of Sheba; routes layeredMedium

In 30 seconds: A gentle morning breeze: Saba is Arabic/Persian for 'the east wind' — and the kingdom of Sheba. Soft, poetic, and warm.
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Origin MediumArabic, Persian
MeaningFrom Arabic/Persian saba, 'a gentle morning breeze (from the east)'; also Saba, the kingdom of Sheba; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#4741 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births29 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2001
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,560

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200119702024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Saba comes from Arabic and Persian saba, 'a gentle morning breeze (from the east)' — a beloved poetic image — and overlaps Saba, the kingdom of Sheba (and Ethiopian 'morning'; routes layered, which we note). A soft, poetic name.

In the U.S. it appears in Persian, Arab, and Ethiopian families. Rare, a-morning-breeze at the root, and poetic.

Did you know? Saba means 'a gentle morning breeze from the east' in Persian and Arabic poetry — and is also Saba, the ancient kingdom of Sheba; soft and poetic.
Overall data confidence 72%
References — Saba — routes layered

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How do you pronounce Saba?

Saba is pronounced SAH-bah (/ˈsɑ.bɑ/). Press play above to hear Saba said aloud.

How do you say Saba?

Saba is said SAH-bah (/ˈsɑ.bɑ/). Press play above to hear Saba said aloud.

What does the name Saba mean?

Saba is Arabic/Persian for 'a gentle morning breeze', and the kingdom of Sheba; the routes are layered.

Is Saba a boy or girl name?

Saba is a girl's name.

How popular is Saba?

Saba is a rare name in the U.S.

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