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Sariah

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Pronounced sah-RY-uh /səˈraɪ.ə/High

Meaning: Variant of Sarah or a blend of Sarah and Mariah, interpreted as princess of God; also a name in the Book of Mormon where Sariah is the wife of the patriarch LehiMedium

In 30 seconds: Sariah is a melodic name meaning princess of God, combining the beauty of Sarah with a lyrical ending. It holds special significance in Latter-day Saint tradition and appeals broadly for its elegant, spiritual feel.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningVariant of Sarah or a blend of Sarah and Mariah, interpreted as princess of God; also a name in the Book of Mormon where Sariah is the wife of the patriarch Lehi
U.S. rank (2025)#951 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births271 girls (0.02% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2011
Total births (all-time)≈ 9,590

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201119692025

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

The name Sariah appears in the Book of Mormon as the wife of Lehi, the founding patriarch of the Nephite people. The Hebrew root sar meaning prince gives the name its royal spiritual dimension.

Beyond the Latter-day Saint community, Sariah has been adopted broadly as an elegant alternative to Sarah. Its three-syllable form, soft ending, and spiritual resonance give it wide cross-cultural appeal.

Did you know? Sariah is a significant name in the Book of Mormon as the wife of Lehi and mother of Nephi. Her name appears to be a feminine elaboration of the Hebrew root sar meaning prince or ruler.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Sariah — Hebrew and LDS etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

SeriahSaraya

Nicknames

SariRiaSara

Famous Bearers

  • ★Sariah (c. 600 BCE)
    Wife of the prophet Lehi and one of the first named women in the Book of Mormon, recorded as accompanying her husband and sons from Jerusalem into the wilderness around 600 BCE. Her story is recounted with unusual emotional depth — including her fearful lament when her sons were delayed returning from Jerusalem and her joyful relief at their safe return — making her one of the most personally rendered female figures in Latter-day Saint scripture and a revered example of faith for the roughly 17 million members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints worldwide.

If you like Sariah…

Sarah— direct root name sharing the princess meaning and Hebrew origin
Mariah— shares the lyrical three-syllable -iah ending and graceful sound
Aria— same melodic quality and soft ending with a spiritual feel
Zariah— shares the three-syllable -iah ending and regal name energy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Sariah mean?

Sariah means princess of God, combining the Hebrew sar (prince/ruler) with the divine suffix -iah referring to Yahweh.

How do you pronounce Sariah?

It is said sah-RY-uh, with three syllables and stress on the second.

Is Sariah a Book of Mormon name?

Yes, Sariah is the name of the wife of Lehi in the Book of Mormon, making it especially popular in Latter-day Saint communities.

Is Sariah the same as Sarah?

Sariah is an elaborated form of Sarah sharing the same Hebrew root and meaning, with a musical three-syllable form.

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