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Sadie
Pronounced SAY-dee /ˈseɪdi/High
Meaning: Princess; pet form of Sarah, from Hebrew Sara (princess, noblewoman)High
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
Sadie originated as an English nickname for Sarah, from the Hebrew Sara, meaning princess or noblewoman. Sarah is one of the most prominent women in the Hebrew Bible — the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac. The affectionate diminutive Sadie emerged in 19th-century English usage as a casual, friendly alternative to the more formal Sarah.
Sadie was popular in the U.S. in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, declined through the mid-20th century, and has made a strong vintage comeback since the 2000s. It entered the U.S. top 50 around 2014 and has remained there, fitting perfectly into the trend for warm, old-fashioned nickname-names. Its bright -ee ending gives it an upbeat feel.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Sadie Robertson (1997–)American television personality from the show Duck Dynasty and author.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Sadie mean?
Sadie is a nickname form of Sarah, a Hebrew name meaning 'princess' or 'noblewoman.'
How do you pronounce Sadie?
It's said SAY-dee /ˈseɪdi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Sadie a boy or girl name?
Sadie is used exclusively as a girls' name.
How popular is Sadie?
Sadie has ranked in the U.S. top 50 girls' names since around 2014, a beloved vintage revival.