Sadie
Sadie is a feminine name of Hebrew origin. It is traditionally a nickname for Sarah, which means ‘princess’ in Hebrew. Sadie has a vintage charm and has seen a revival in popularity in recent years. It’s often associated with a friendly, approachable personality and has a sweet, classic sound.
Sadie Meaning
Princess
Historical Significance
Sadie was a popular name in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States. It experienced a decline mid-century but has seen a significant resurgence since the 2000s as part of the trend of reviving vintage names.
Fun Fact
The name Sadie gained additional popularity after the release of the Beatles song ‘Sexy Sadie’ in 1968, written by John Lennon.
Literature Reference
Sadie is the name of a main character in Madeleine L’Engle’s novel ‘A Ring of Endless Light’. It’s also the title of Courtney Summers’ bestselling young adult novel ‘Sadie’.
Music Reference
Besides the Beatles’ ‘Sexy Sadie’, the name appears in songs like ‘Sadie’ by Alkaline Trio and ‘Sadie (The Cleaning Lady)’ by John Farnham.
Famous Namesakes
- Sadie Sink: Actress, known for Known for her role as Max Mayfield in ‘Stranger Things’
- Sadie Robertson: TV Personality, Author, known for Known for ‘Duck Dynasty’ and her books on faith and lifestyle
Similar Names
Sophie, Sadie, Stella, Savannah, Scarlett
Sadie Nicknames
Sade, Dee, Sae
Related Names
Sibling Names
Mabel, Ruby, Violet, Hazel, Cora, Finn, Henry, Oliver, Jasper, Leo