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Sacha

Girl / Boy name · 139 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Sacha: 139 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to both boys and girls, peaking at 11 births in 1999.

Sacha is a unisex name with Slavic roots, most commonly found as a diminutive of Alexander or Alexandra—derived from the Greek Alexandros, meaning “defender of mankind.” It has been carried into global awareness by comedian and actor Sacha Baron Cohen, whose satirical characters have become cultural icons; by the suave French singer and guitarist Sacha Distel; and by influential French playwright and filmmaker Sacha Guitry. Beyond famous bearers, the name echoes through places such as Alexandria in Egypt and countless Alexanders across the world, all sharing that same protective root. In France, Sacha has long been a standard male given name, while in English-speaking Scotland it’s grown popular for both girls and boys, offering a soft, international alternative to Alex.