UK girl's name
Sairah
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "traveler" or "journey".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sairah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sairah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 18 births.
This profile covers 249 England and Wales registrations across 28 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, 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 22% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 253 living people in the UK are called Sairah. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sairah ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1999, when 18 girls were registered as Sairah.
- • Sairah ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #640 in 2002.
- • About 253 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sairah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4843
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
1999
18 births
Estimated living
253
2026
Meaning
What does Sairah mean?
The name Sairah has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots dating back to the 7th century AD during the rise of Islam. It is derived from the Arabic word "sa'ir," which means "wayfarer" or "traveler." The name carries connotations of adventure, exploration, and a journey through life.
In the early days of Islam, the name Sairah gained popularity as a symbol of the spiritual journey and quest for knowledge that was highly valued in the religion. It was often given to girls as a reminder of the importance of seeking wisdom and following the path of righteousness.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Sairah can be found in the works of renowned Islamic scholars and poets from the 9th and 10th centuries. They often used the name as a metaphor for the soul's journey towards enlightenment and spiritual growth.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Sairah. One of the earliest examples is Sairah bint Husayn (born around 680 AD), who was a revered scholar and poet in the early Islamic era. She was renowned for her vast knowledge and her contributions to the preservation of Arabic literature and culture.
Another prominent figure with the name Sairah was Sairah al-Andalusiyyah (born around 1180 AD), a renowned Andalusian poet and philosopher. Her works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and she was widely celebrated for her eloquence and deep insight.
In the 16th century, Sairah Begum (born around 1550 AD) was a powerful and influential figure in the Mughal Empire of India. As the wife of Emperor Akbar, she played a significant role in shaping the cultural and intellectual landscape of the empire, advocating for the advancement of women's education and rights.
During the 19th century, Sairah Ismat (born around 1835 AD) was a celebrated Egyptian writer and activist. She was a pioneer in the field of feminist literature and used her writings to challenge societal norms and advocate for women's rights and empowerment.
In more recent times, Sairah Ramadan (born in 1954) is a renowned Egyptian author and academic. Her novels and literary works have explored themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the experiences of women in the Middle East, earning her critical acclaim and numerous awards.
The name Sairah continues to be a popular choice across various cultures and regions, resonating with its rich historical significance and symbolism of a life journey filled with exploration, growth, and the pursuit of knowledge and enlightenment.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sairah over time
The chart below shows babies named Sairah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sairah, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 18 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sairah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sairah 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 | #4510 | 22 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3082 | 74 | 9 |
| 2000s | #2247 | 98 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1350 | 55 | 4 |
Geography
Where Sairah is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Sairah. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Sairah ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #640 in 2002.
Across the UK
Sairah in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#640 in 2002
2 years of NRS records, 6 total registered
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FAQ
Sairah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sairah in the UK right now?
In 2024, Sairah was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Sairah most popular?
The peak year on record was 1999, with 18 babies registered as Sairah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sairah?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "traveler" or "journey".
How many people are called Sairah in the UK?
A total of 249 babies have been registered as Sairah across the 28 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 6 more in Scotland.
Where is Sairah most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Sairah ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #640 in 2002. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
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.