Bible Dictionary
Sarai
Sarai was the original name of Sarah, Abraham’s wife. God changed her name when He reaffirmed His promise that she would be the mother of nations.
Definition
Sarai was the original name of Sarah, Abraham’s wife. The name means “my princess.”
Biblical Usage
Sarai is the name borne by Sarah before the name Sarah was given to her in connection with the announcement that she would be the mother of the promised child.
Historical Background
Sarai appears in the accounts of Abraham’s household before her name was changed to Sarah.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
My princess, the name originally borne by Sarah (Gen. 11:31; 17:15).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(my princess) the original name of Sarah wife of Abraham.