UK boy's name
Saber
A noble title meaning "one who bears the sword".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Saber is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Saber popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3990, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 5 births.
This profile covers 29 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2002 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 80% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 29 living people in the UK are called Saber. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Saber ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 5 boys were registered as Saber.
- • About 29 living people in the UK are estimated to have Saber as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3990
2021
Births in 2021
4
Latest year
Peak year
2007
5 births
Estimated living
29
2026
Meaning
What does Saber mean?
The name Saber originates from the Arabic language and can be traced back to the Middle East in the 6th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "saif," meaning "sword." The name gained popularity during the era of Islamic conquests, when swords played a significant role in battles and warfare.
In the Quran, the holy book of Islam, the word "saif" is mentioned in several verses, often referring to the sword as a symbol of strength and justice. This association with religious texts and Islamic culture contributed to the name's widespread use among Arabic-speaking populations.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Saber can be found in the 7th century, when it was given to Saber bin Abi al-Bakhtari, a prominent Arab poet and warrior known for his bravery and skill in battle.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Saber. In the 10th century, Saber ibn Ardashir was a celebrated Persian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the development of trigonometry and the study of celestial movements.
During the medieval period, Saber ibn Yahya al-Umawi was a renowned Arabic calligrapher and poet who lived in Cordoba, Spain, in the 11th century. His intricate calligraphic works and poetic compositions were highly regarded by his contemporaries.
In the 16th century, Saber Mirza was a Persian prince and military commander who played a crucial role in the Safavid dynasty. He was known for his strategic mind and leadership abilities on the battlefield.
In more recent times, Saber Rebai (1944-2017) was a prominent Tunisian writer and filmmaker whose works explored themes of identity, social justice, and human rights. His novels and films garnered critical acclaim and shed light on the complexities of contemporary Tunisian society.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have borne the name Saber, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the regions they hailed from.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Saber over time
The chart below shows babies named Saber registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Saber, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2021, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Saber by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Saber was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3990 | 4 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4459 | 10 | 3 |
| 2000s | #3402 | 15 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Saber
- Samuel 108,505
- Sebastian 33,008
- Sam 20,889
- Stanley 16,354
- Sonny 15,028
- Sean 15,006
- Scott 12,587
- Seth 9,841
- Syed 9,050
- Stephen 8,884
- Spencer 8,333
- Steven 6,970
FAQ
Saber: questions and answers
How popular is the name Saber in the UK right now?
In 2021, Saber was ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Saber most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 5 babies registered as Saber in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Saber?
A noble title meaning "one who bears the sword".
How many people are called Saber in the UK?
A total of 29 babies have been registered as Saber across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.