Sally: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: sa-hlle-e
Origin: Georgia
gender-female

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Caucasus
Meaning: Princess

Sally is a Hebrew baby girl name meaning "princess" and is also commonly associated with the English baby girl name Sarah. The name has a rich history and has been used by various notable people. For instance, American astronaut Sally Ride made the name famous when she became the first American woman in space. The name Sally has traveled across the Milky Way and back, reflecting its adventurous and trailblazing nature. The origin of the name Sally can be traced back to the Hebrew name Sarah, which means "princess". It has since become a standalone name and is also found as a nickname for Salome and Salimeh, especially popular in the Eurasian country Georgia. The name Sally has a timeless appeal and has been used by various famous people, such as Sally Amaki, an American singer based in Japan, and Sally Struthers, an American actress and spokeswoman.

Sally Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Sally is currently #431 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Sally is currently #234 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Sally is currently #134 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Sally is currently #86 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Sally is currently #425 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Sally is currently #234 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Sally

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Sally, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Sally Field: Sally Field is an American actress and director known for her roles in "Norma Rae," "Steel Magnolias," and "Forrest Gump."
  • Sally Ride: Sally Ride was an American astronaut and physicist who became the first American woman in space in 1983. She passed away in 2012.
  • Sally Hawkins: Sally Hawkins is an English actress known for her roles in "The Shape of Water," "Blue Jasmine," and "Paddington."
  • Sally Kellerman: Sally Kellerman was an American actress and singer known for her role as Major Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan in the film "MAS*H." She passed away in 2022.

 

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