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UK boy's name

Sabre

A French name referring to a type of sword or cavalry weapon.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Sabre is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Sabre popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2022 to 2022. 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.

Sabre is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Sabre. 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 2023 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Sabre ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2022, when 3 boys were registered as Sabre.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sabre as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4789

2022

Births in 2022

3

Latest year

Peak year

2022

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Sabre mean?

The name Sabre has its origins in the French language, derived from the word "sabre," which refers to a type of heavy cavalry sword with a curved blade. This name gained prominence during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in France and other parts of Europe.

The earliest recorded use of the name Sabre can be traced back to the late 18th century. It is believed to have been initially adopted as a surname or a nickname for individuals who were skilled in the use of the sabre or had connections to the military or cavalry units.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Sabre was Sabre d'Aurevilly, a French novelist and critic born in 1808. He was known for his provocative and controversial literary works that often explored themes of decadence and aristocratic values.

Another notable figure bearing the name Sabre was Sabre Norris, an American actor and stuntman born in 1936. He appeared in numerous action movies and television shows, showcasing his expertise in swordplay and martial arts.

In the realm of sports, Sabre Cook was a prominent American basketball player who played in the NCAA and professionally in the 1990s. He was known for his tenacious defense and leadership on the court.

Moving to the world of music, Sabre Sembler was a German composer and conductor born in 1865. He was renowned for his orchestral works and operas, which were widely performed across Europe in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Lastly, Sabre Wilkinson was a British explorer and adventurer born in 1892. He undertook several expeditions to remote regions of Africa and Asia, documenting his experiences and contributing to the field of geography and anthropology.

While the name Sabre has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, its association with strength, bravery, and military prowess has given it a distinct character and appeal. The individuals mentioned above represent just a few examples of those who carried this name and left their mark in various fields.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Sabre by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sabre 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 #4789 3 1

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FAQ

Sabre: questions and answers

How popular is the name Sabre in the UK right now?

In 2022, Sabre was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Sabre most popular?

The peak year on record was 2022, with 3 babies registered as Sabre in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Sabre?

A French name referring to a type of sword or cavalry weapon.

How many people are called Sabre in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Sabre across the 1 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.