The name Sabin is of Latin origin and means "of the Sabine people". The Sabines were an ancient Italian tribe who lived near Rome. The name has a long history and has been used by various notable figures throughout time.
One of the most famous Sabins was Saint Sabinus, who was a bishop of Canosa in southern Italy during the 4th century AD. He is known for his work in promoting Christianity and is considered a saint by both the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches. The name Sabin has been used as a given name since at least the Middle Ages, and it has been popular in many European countries over the centuries.
Today, Sabin is still a recognized and used name, particularly in Romania where it is one of the top 50 most common male names. It is also used in other parts of Europe, such as France, Belgium, and Spain. While it may not be as widely known or used as some other names, Sabin has a rich history and unique meaning that sets it apart from many other names.
The given statistics show the number of babies named Sabin born in the United States each year from 1917 to 2023. The name's popularity has fluctuated over time, with some years seeing as few as five births and others seeing as many as 27.
From 1917 to 1956, there were only five or fewer Sabin babies born each year, suggesting that the name was not very popular during this period. However, starting in 1961, the number of Sabin births began to increase steadily. The years 1974 to 1976 saw a peak in popularity for the name, with between 16 and 20 babies named Sabin born each year.
After reaching this peak, the popularity of the name Sabin began to decline once again. From 1978 to 1995, there were fewer than ten Sabin births each year on average. However, there was another spike in popularity from 1996 to 2001, with between 13 and 27 babies named Sabin born each year.
Since 2002, the popularity of the name Sabin has remained relatively stable, with between ten and twenty births each year. Overall, a total of 703 babies have been named Sabin in the United States from 1917 to 2023, according to these statistics.