Sally
Meaning of Sally
Sally is a charming and timeless name for baby girls. It has a rich history and remains popular to this day. In terms of pronunciation, Sally is pronounced the same in both American English (/ˈsæli/) and British English (/ˈsali/). This lovely name also has a few variations such as Sal and Salley.
Looking at the data for newborns in the United States, we can see that Sally has been consistently chosen by parents over the years. While its popularity has fluctuated slightly, it has remained a beloved choice. In recent years, Sally has ranked between 1338 and 703 in terms of occurrence, indicating that many families still find this name endearing and fitting for their little ones.
Sally carries with it a sense of sweetness and warmth, making it an ideal choice for parents who want to give their daughter a classic yet approachable name. Whether you prefer the simplicity of Sally or opt for one of its variations, this name is sure to bring joy and charm to any little girl's life.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as SAL-ee (/ˈsæli/)
British English
- Pronunced as SAL-ee (/ˈsali/)
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Notable People Named Sally
| Sally Hemings - Sarah "Sally" Hemings was an enslaved woman owned by Thomas Jefferson, the president of the United States, and she had one-quarter African ancestry. |
| Sally Kristen Ride was the first American woman to fly in space and the youngest American astronaut to do so, making history as an astronaut and physicist. |
| Sally Rooney is an Irish author and screenwriter known for her novels Conversations with Friends, Normal People, and Beautiful World, Where Are You, with the first two being adapted into successful television miniseries. |
| Sally Margaret Field is an accomplished American actress with a career spanning over five decades, earning numerous awards and accolades, including two Academy Awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. |
| Sally Cecilia Hawkins is an accomplished English actress known for her work on stage and in film, with accolades including a Golden Globe Award and multiple nominations for Academy and British Academy Film Awards. |
| Sally Pearson, OAM is a retired Australian athlete known for her impressive career as a hurdler, including winning multiple world and Olympic championships. |
| Sally Jessy Raphael, born Sally Lowenthal, is a well-known American former tabloid talk show host famous for her show Sally. |
| Sally Morgan is a British television and stage artist, author, and self-proclaimed psychic medium. |
| Sally Gunnell - Sally Jane Janet Gunnell is a British former track-and-field athlete who won the 1992 Olympic gold medal in the 400 metres hurdles and achieved numerous other international titles and records in the event. |
| Sally Anne Struthers is an American actress known for her roles in All in the Family and Gilmore Girls, as well as for her activism. |
| Sally Kirkland is a renowned American actress, producer, and former member of Andy Warhol's The Factory, known for her extensive career in film, television, and stage productions. |
| Sally Magnusson is a Scottish broadcast journalist, television presenter, and writer, known for her work on BBC Scotland's Reporting Scotland and BBC Radio 4's Tracing Your Roots. |
| Sally Jenkins is an award-winning American sports columnist, author, and former senior writer for Sports Illustrated known for her insightful writing on prominent sports figures and organizations. |
| Sally Gray, born Constance Vera Browne, was a prominent English film actress of the 1930s and 1940s, often compared to Ginger Rogers. |
| Sally Forrest was a prominent American actress known for her work in film, stage, and television during the 1940s and 1950s, and she began her career after being signed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer straight out of high school due to her talent in dance. |
