Saba

American  

[sah-buh, sey-buh] / ˈsɑ bə, ˈseɪ bə /

noun

1. an island in the Netherlands Antilles, in the N Leeward Islands. 5 sq. mi. (13 sq. km).

2. Biblical Name Sheba.  an ancient kingdom in southwestern Arabia noted for its extensive trade, especially in spices and gems.

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Saba British  

/ ˈsɑːbə /

noun

1. an island in the NE Caribbean, in the Netherlands Antilles. Pop: 1491 (2007 est). Area: 13 sq km (5 sq miles)

2. another name for Sheba 1

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Example Sentences

The new teams will be led by Maher Saba, who is currently a vice president in the Reality Labs division.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Saba Capital and Cox Capital Management late Friday said they will make tender offers to investors in Blue Owl Capital Corp.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

Saba has dealt with redemptions itself in the past, at one point shrinking to $3.3 billion in assets under management, but managed about $6 billion as of August.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Saba Waheed, director of the center, said the institution produces “know your rights” materials and other resources for local groups assisting immigrants.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2026

Then Aunt Saba, which Poppy said meant “morning,” appeared carrying a large brass tray filled with steaming glasses of musky-smelling tea—maramia—an herb good for the stomach.

From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye