Sakae is a unisex Japanese given name, written in kanji as "早け" which means 'early'. The name has gained popularity in Japan due to its unique sound and meaning. It can be used for both boys and girls, making it versatile and appealing to many parents. However, it remains relatively uncommon compared to other popular Japanese names like Hiroki or Yumi. In terms of pronunciation, Sakae is typically sounded out as /sah-ka-eh/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
The name Sakae experienced varied popularity over the decades, with a notable spike in usage during the early 1920s and then again in 2008.