Sacha
GirlFrench/Russian
Sacha is a girl name of French/Russian origin meaning "Defender of the people".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
French/Russian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Defender of the people
Etymology
French short form of Alexandra, from Greek Alexandroos: alexein (to defend) + andros (man). Also used as a variant of Russian Sacha, short form of Saveliy or Andrey.
Famous People Named Sacha
- Sacha Guitry — French playwright and filmmaker (1885-1957)
- Sacha Distel — French musician (1933–2004)
- Sacha Dhawan — British actor
- Sacha Vierny — French cinematographer (1919–2001)
Frequently Asked Questions About Sacha
What does the name Sacha mean?
Sacha means "Defender of the people", and is of French/Russian origin.
What is the origin of the name Sacha?
Sacha originates from French/Russian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Sacha a boy or girl name?
Sacha is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Sacha associated with?
Sacha is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Sacha?
Yes — notable people named Sacha include Sacha Guitry (French playwright and filmmaker, 1885-1957), Sacha Distel (French musician, 1933–2004), Sacha Dhawan (British actor) and Sacha Vierny (French cinematographer, 1919–2001).
Last updated: June 2026