Sajah
A girl's name of Arabic origin with 17 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Among U.S. girl's names, Sajah is not in the current national top 1,000. In fact, it is among the rarest names in the SSA dataset — a choice that signals bold individuality.
With records spanning 2000 to 2003, Sajah has a focused history that reflects a particular moment in naming culture rather than a centuries-old tradition.
Sajah is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Sajah is a feminine name of Arabic origin, associated with Sajah bint al-Harith, a notable historical figure from early Islamic history who was a prophetess and poet. The name itself may relate to the Arabic root meaning "calm," "serene," or "settled." It is rare but carries genuine historical depth.
Quiet and historically layered, Sajah is a name that rewards those who know the story behind it.
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Names travel. They cross oceans, change spelling, shift pronunciation, and accumulate new associations with each culture that adopts them. Sajah is rooted in the Arabic tradition, but its presence in American naming since 2000 means it has been shaped by English phonetics, local customs, and the cultural context of the families who chose it.
Sajah’s rarity (17 recorded births) may indicate it is strongly tied to a specific cultural community or family tradition, rather than part of the broader American naming mainstream.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Sajah has 3+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2000.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 17 | — |
The Story of Sajah
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2003, Sajah is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Sajah are most likely born between 2000 and 2003.
How rare is Sajah?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Sajah is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2000, peaked in the 2000s with 17 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(3 years, 2000–2003)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 7 | #13548 |
| 2001 | 5 | #17399 |
| 2000 | 5 | #17077 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2000–2003