Sabrina
Sabrina is a girl name of Latin, from Celtic (Welsh) origin, meaning “From the River Severn”.
| Meaning | From the River Severn |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, from Celtic (Welsh) |
| Pronunciation | suh-BREE-nuh |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Sabrina
Sabrina is the Latin name for the River Severn in Britain, from the Welsh Hafren, whose deeper meaning is unknown. Geoffrey of Monmouth told of a princess Sabrina drowned in the river, which was then named after her, and Milton's masque Comus features her as a river nymph. The 1954 film Sabrina with Audrey Hepburn made the name widely popular.
Is Sabrina a religious name?
Sabrina is a legendary and literary name without a religious background.
How popular is Sabrina?
A familiar name across Europe and the Americas, most popular in the late twentieth century.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sabrina mean?
Sabrina means 'From the River Severn'. It is of Latin, from Celtic (Welsh) origin.
Does Sabrina have a religious meaning?
Sabrina is a legendary and literary name without a religious background.
How do you pronounce Sabrina?
Sabrina is pronounced suh-BREE-nuh.
Is Sabrina a boy or girl name?
Sabrina is usually a girl name.