Sarabi

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Fact sheet

Name
Sarabi
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
3

The name Sarabi, a rare female name of African origin, is derived from Swahili and carries the meaning "the illusion." This name is also not widely used in Africa itself.

What does the name Sarabi mean?

Sarabi is a girl's name derived from Swahili, meaning "the illusion." It is not only rare in Africa but also gained popularity through the Disney animated film "The Lion King," in which the lioness Sarabi is introduced as the mother of Simba and companion of Mufasa.

Where does the name Sarabi come from?

The first name Sarabi has its origins in Swahili and means "the illusion."

How do you pronounce Sarabi?

Sa-ra-bi

Popularity

In Germany, Sarabi is a rather rare name. In 2014, it ranked 4,003rd on the list of the most common female first names. Between 2010 and 2024, Sarabi was used as a first name in Germany fewer than ten times, resulting in a rank of 10,750. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. Global popularity and distribution of Sarabi can be viewed in the name charts of various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Abi / Sara / Sari / Saro / Scar

Famous people

  • Sarabi (lioness in Mufasa's Pride, mother of Simba (The Lion King)

Frequently asked questions about the name Sarabi

What is the meaning of the name Sarabi?

Sarabi is a girl's name from Swahili and means 'the illusion.'

Where does the name Sarabi come from?

The first name Sarabi has its origins in Swahili, an African language.

How popular is the name Sarabi?

Sarabi is a rare name that has gained popularity through the Disney film 'The Lion King.'

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