| Meaning | princess |
| Origin | English, Hebrew |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Sal-ly |
About Sally
Sally has long been a name that radiates cheerfulness and approachability. There's something wonderfully unpretentious about Sally—it doesn't put on airs or demand attention, yet it remains memorable and charming. The name evokes images of genuine warmth, someone who makes others feel immediately comfortable and welcome. Sally works beautifully across all ages, from adorable toddler to respected professional. Its simplicity is its greatest strength, requiring no explanation or spelling assistance. In an era of increasingly elaborate names, Sally stands out through its refreshing straightforwardness. The name carries nostalgic appeal without feeling dated, managing to be both vintage and current simultaneously. Sally suggests reliability, friendliness, and a down-to-earth personality that values substance over flash. Parents who choose Sally often appreciate classic names that have proven their staying power through decades of use while maintaining their appeal.
Variations of Name Sally
| Sal |
| Sallie |
| Salette |
Nicknames for Sally
| Sal |
| Sals |
| Sallie |
Famous People Named Sally
| Sally Ride | First American woman in space |
| Sally Field | Award-winning actress |
| Sally Struthers | Actress and activist |
| Sally K. Ride | Actress and producer |
| Sally Quinn | Journalist and writer |
| Sally Pearson | Olympic gold medalist in track and field |
| Sally Fitzgibbons | Professional surfer |
| Sally Gunnell | Olympic gold medalist in athletics |
| Sally Mann | Renowned photographer |
| Sally Phillips | British comedian and actress |
| Sally Jessy Raphael | TV talk show host |
| Sally Magnusson | Scottish journalist and broadcaster |
| Sally Hawkins | British actress known for "Happy-Go-Lucky" |
Characters Named Sally
| Sally Albright | Character in the movie "When Harry Met Sally" |
| Sally Draper | Character in the TV series "Mad Men" |
| Sally Spectra | Character in the soap opera "The Bold and the Beautiful" |
| Sally Jackson | Character in the "Percy Jackson & the Olympians" book series |
| Sally-Anne Perks | Character in the "Harry Potter" series |
| Sally Finkelstein | Character in "The Nightmare Before Christmas" |
| Sally Stitch | Character in the TV series "Aaahh!!! Real Monsters" |
| Sally Skellington | Character in "The Nightmare Before Christmas" |
| Sally Bollywood | Title character of the TV series "Sally Bollywood - Super Detective" |
| Sally Acorn | Character in the "Sonic the Hedgehog" video game series |
| Sally Carrera | Character in the "Cars" movie franchise |
| Sally Blevins | Character in Marvel Comics' X-Men series |
| Sally McKay | Character in the TV series "Home and Away" |
| Sally Roberts | Character in the TV series "Coronation Street" |
| Sally Bowles | Character in the play and film "Cabaret" |
| Sally Jupiter | Character in the graphic novel and movie "Watchmen" |
| Sally Brown | Character in the TV series "The Snoopy Show" |
| Sally Hardesty | Character in the movie "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" |
| Sally Solomon | Character in the TV series "3rd Rock from the Sun" |