Now that you are expecting a little one to love and care for, it’s time to start considering what to name her.
Naming a baby can feel like a big responsibility, but it can also be a precious and special opportunity to bestow a meaningful and unique identity on your little girl.
A middle name can be a great way to add personality to your child’s name and make it special to you and your family.
If Sarah is your new daughter’s first name, then you may be wondering about the best middle name for her. There are so many names to choose from, and you want to find the perfect one for your little Sarah.
In our middle name series, we have compiled a list of resources and tools to inspire the best middle name for your little one, as well as some wonderful middle name ideas for Sarah!
The name Sarah is of Hebrew origin and means “noblewoman” or “princess.” It’s a great option for a middle name because it is both feminine and regal. There are different variations of the name Sarah, like Sarai, Sara, and Saraha. You could also choose a different spelling of the name, like Sarena or Sarina.
Sarah, originally spelled Sarai, was the wife of Abraham (also known as ‘the father of many nations’) in the Bible. Since Sarah has a religious origin, there are many middle names that also have spiritual significance, such as Gabrielle (‘God is my strength’), Naomi (‘pleasant; gentle’), and Ruth (‘compassionate friend’).
There are also girls’ names that hold similar meanings to the name Sarah, such as Alexandra (‘defender of mankind’) and Victoria (‘victory’).
If you want to choose a more modern middle name for Sarah, there are plenty of great options to choose from. Some fun and trendy names perfect for Sarah are Harper, Riley, or Quinn.
No matter what middle name you choose for Sarah, make sure it’s one that she will love and be proud of. She will carry it with her for the rest of her life!
Popular People Named Sarah
Sarah Jessica Parker, Actress and producer
Sarah Michelle Gellar, Actress and producer entrepreneur
Sarah Nicold Harding, English singer, model, and actress
How to Choose the Best Middle Name for Sarah
Family Ties
There are plenty of family members who could be sources of inspiration, such as aunts, grandmothers, sisters, or cousins. You could also choose a male family name as Sarah’s middle name.
For example, if her father’s middle name is Andrew, you might choose the middle name Andrea or Alexandra. Instead of Alexander you could give her the middle name Alexandra. Or you could use a gender neutral middle name, such as Ashley, Riley, or Erin.
Special Places
Is there a special place that is meaningful to your family? A traditional family vacation spot or birthplace or city with lots of memories?
Maybe you could choose the middle name of a place that has significance.
For example, if your family is from Hawaii, you might choose a middle name like Kahului. Or if your family is from Ireland, you might give your Sarah the middle name Shannon – or even Ireland!
Celebrity Names
Why not consider a celebrity name for your baby’s middle name? This could be a great way to pay tribute to someone you admire.
For example, if your favorite actress is Reese Witherspoon, you might choose the middle name Reese.
Or if your favorite singer is Taylor Swift, you might choose the middle name Taylor (or you could be really adventurous and make ‘Swift’ your daughter’s middle name)!
Nature Inspired
Another great option is to choose a name inspired by nature. This could be a beautiful way to honor the world around you.
For example, if you love the ocean, you might choose from the middle names Ocean, Wave, or Blue. Or if you’re a fan of flowers, you could go with Lily or Rose for your daughter’s middle name.
Favorite Books or Shows
Another option is to choose a name inspired by your favorite book or television show. This could be a great way to introduce your child to some of your favorite things.
For example, if you’re a fan of The Little Mermaid, you might choose the middle name Ariel – or one of the other princess names of Ariel’s many sisters!
If your family has mixed backgrounds and cultures, you could choose a popular movie name that honors your heritage. Think Maribel, Isabella, or Luisa from the hit movie Encanto. (But…we don’t talk about Bruno, no, no, no.)
Old Disney movies offer names like Aurora, Jasmine, Belle, Alice, Jane, and Tiana. Newer movies include some of our favorite characters like Moana, Anna, Kiara, and Elsa.
Double Names
The name Sarah also makes a beautiful double name, if you’ve considered this for your daughter. Both one and two-syllable middle names can make great double names for Sarah.
You could choose from Sarah Rose, Sarah Anne, Sarah Marie, Sarah Grace, Sarah Jane, Sarah Gray, Sarah Jaymes, and so on!
Syllable Balance
Since Sarah is a two-syllable name, either a short or long middle name can work well. Of course, this depends on your last name as well.
A popular writer once told me that most author names are between three and six syllables. Anything longer than that can sometimes be challenging to commit to memory (but, of course, that’s not a hard and fast rule). So when you are considering the best middle name for Sarah, consider how many syllables her entire name will be, as well as how it all flows together.
Cadence
Lastly, an important factor to consider is cadence! This can be a great way to add extra flair to your baby’s name.
For those of us who don’t have a musical background, cadence is simply the flow or rhythm of a set of sounds or words. It’s that special thing that makes music and words and names sound pleasing or memorable to our ears.
Cadence can be achieved in many ways, including balancing syllables as we discussed above, but the best test is to say your daughter’s whole name aloud and see how it sounds.
Does it flow and sound nice together?
Does it elicit feelings of happiness and completion? Then you’re onto something!
Best Middle Names For Sarah
Sarah Abigail
Sarah Adelaide
Sarah Adele
Sarah Adeline
Sarah Ainsley
Sarah Alexandra
Sarah Alice
Sarah Amelia
Sarah Ambrose
Sarah Anastasia
Sarah Angelica
Sarah Angeline
Sarah Anne
Sarah Ashley
Sarah Auden
Sarah Avery
Sarah Beatrix
Sarah Bellamy
Sarah Belle
Sarah Beth
Sarah Bianca
Sarah Blair
Sarah Blythe
Sarah Brianne
Sarah Briar
Sarah Brooke
Sarah Camille
Sarah Caroline
Sarah Carrington
Sarah Catherine
Sarah Celeste
Sarah Charlotte
Sarah Christine
Sarah Claire
Sarah Clementine
Sarah Colette
Sarah Constance
Sarah Coraline
Sarah Cordelia
Sarah Corinne
Sarah Christina
Sarah Daisy
Sarah Daphne
Sarah Dawn
Sarah Delaney
Sarah Delphine
Sarah Denise
Sarah Draper
Sarah Eleanor
Sarah Elise
Sarah Elizabeth
Sarah Emery
Sarah Emily
Sarah Emmeline
Sarah Esme
Sarah Estelle
Sarah Evangeline
Sarah Evelyn
Sarah Everly
Sarah Faith
Sarah Faye
Sarah Felicity
Sarah Fern
Sarah Fiona
Sarah Florence
Sarah Frances
Sarah Francesca
Sarah Gabriella
Sarah Genevieve
Sarah Gillian
Sarah Grace
Sarah Gray
Sarah Guinevere
Sarah Gwendolyn
Sarah Harlow
Sarah Harper
Sarah Haven
Sarah Hazel
Sarah Helena
Sarah Hope
Sarah Imogen
Sarah Ingrid
Sarah Iris
Sarah Isabella
Sarah Isadora
Sarah Isla
Sarah Isobel
Sarah Ivy
Sarah Jacqueline
Sarah Jane
Sarah Jasmine
Sarah Jessica
Sarah Jillian
Sarah Jocelyn
Sarah Jordan
Sarah Josephina
Sarah Josette
Sarah Joy
Sarah Joyce
Sarah Julianne
Sarah Juliet
Sarah June
Sarah Kate
Sarah Katherine
Sarah Kathleen
Sarah Kay
Sarah Lavinia
Sarah Leigh
Sarah Leilani
Sarah Lillian
Sarah Lily
Sarah Lorraine
Sarah Louisa
Sarah Luciana
Sarah Lucille
Sarah Lucy
Sarah Mabel
Sarah Madeleine
Sarah Mae
Sarah Maeve
Sarah Magdalene
Sarah Maisie
Sarah Margaret
Sarah Marie
Sarah Matilda
Sarah Maureen
Sarah Melody
Sarah Michelle
Sarah Miriam
Sarah Nadine
Sarah Naomi
Sarah Natalie
Sarah Nicole
Sarah Noelle
Sarah Odette
Sarah Olive
Sarah Olivia
Sarah Onyx
Sarah Ophelia
Sarah Paige
Sarah Paloma
Sarah Patience
Sarah Pearl
Sarah Penelope
Sarah Peyton
Sarah Philippa
Sarah Phoebe
Sarah Piper
Sarah Poppy
Sarah Presley
Sarah Priscilla
Sarah Quinn
Sarah Rachel
Sarah Rayanne
Sarah Rayne
Sarah Rebecca
Sarah Renee
Sarah Reverie
Sarah Riley
Sarah Rose
Sarah Roselle
Sarah Ruby
Sarah Ruth
Sarah Sophia
Sarah Shannon
Sarah Sloane
Sarah Tamar
Sarah Tatum
Sarah Taylor
Sarah Therese
Sarah Victoria
Sarah Violet
Sarah Vivian
Sarah Willow
Sarah Wren
Final Thoughts
I hope this list has inspired you to find the perfect middle name for your little Sarah. There are so many beautiful names to choose from, and I’m sure you will find the perfect one for your daughter. Once again, congratulations on expecting a baby girl – and all the best to you as you choose her perfect middle name!
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And if you’re looking for more baby name inspiration, be sure to check out my other posts in our middle name series!
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