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Sabena

Girl name · Latin

Sabena is a Latin girl name. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. It has roots in the Bible. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name.

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  • Hidden namesLook closely: Sabena has the name Ben hiding inside it.
  • GenerationSabena peaked in 1947, which makes it a classic Baby Boomer name. The typical Sabena you'd meet today is about 78 years old.
  • HistorySabena first shows up in US birth records in 1947, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 78 years since.
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US births per million girls, 1947–2025

02.55194719602002

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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).

About the name Sabena

Sabena is a girl name of Latin origin. With 3 syllables it has a flowing, lyrical sound, so a short middle name balances it nicely. It was most fashionable in the 1940s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.

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Questions about the name Sabena

What is the origin of the name Sabena?

Sabena is Latin in origin. Other Latin names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Amelia (“work, industrious”), Mia (“possibly beloved”) and Evelyn (“possibly desired”).

Is Sabena a boy or girl name?

Sabena is a girl name.

How popular is the name Sabena?

Sabena is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2002. It peaked at #5,295 in 1947, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.

Is Sabena a biblical name?

Yes. Sabena is a biblical name, so it carries roots that go back thousands of years.

What should I know before naming my baby Sabena?

Sabena is a Latin girl name. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. It has roots in the Bible. It sounds flowing and melodic, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with a short middle name. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.