Sadie
SAY-dee /ˈseɪ.di/
Meaning of Sadie
Sadie is an English pet form of Sarah, from the Hebrew שָׂרָה (Sarah) meaning 'princess' or 'noblewoman.' Sarah is the first matriarch in the Hebrew Bible — Abraham's wife, whose name was changed from Sarai to Sarah in Genesis 17:15. Sadie has functioned as an independent name since the 19th century and now routinely appears as the registered given name rather than a nickname.
Current popularity of Sadie
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States (SSA) | 2024 | #56 |
| United Kingdom (ONS) | 2024 | #33 |
Notable bearers of Sadie
Sadie (The Beatles, White Album, 1968); Sadie Sink (actor).
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31