Sarah means "lady, princess, noblewoman" in Hebrew. In the Old Testament this is the name of Abraham's wife, considered the matriarch of the Jewish people. She was barren until she unexpectedly became the pregnant with Isaac at the age of 90. Her name was originally Sarai, but God changed it at the same time Abraham's name was changed (see Genesis 17:15).
Biblical namesake: Sarah is the wife of Abraham and the mother of Isaac. She is remembered as a matriarch of the Israelites and a key figure in the story of God's promise to Abraham. (Genesis · Genesis 23, Genesis 17, Genesis 18)
Saintly namesake: Saint Sarah, also known as Sara la Kali, is venerated by the Romani people and is celebrated as a patroness and symbol of faith. She is one of several saints named Sarah. (May 24 · 1st century)
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