Sabina — Feminine form of Sabinus, a Roman cognomen meaning "Sabine" in Latin. The Sabines were an ancient people who lived in central Italy, their lands eventually taken over by the Romans after several wars. According to legend, the Romans abducted several Sabine women during a raid, and when the men came to rescue them, the women were able to make peace between the two groups.
Saintly namesake: Saint Sabina was a 2nd-century Roman martyr, honored as a saint in the Catholic Church. She is remembered for her steadfast faith and is one of several saints named Sabina. (August 29 · 2nd century)
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