Sally
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Sally is a girl name of English origin meaning "Princess".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
20 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Princess
Etymology
Pet form of Sarah, from Hebrew 'Sarrah' (lady, princess) via Latin 'Sara' and Middle English 'Sally'.
Famous People Named Sally
- Sally Field — American actress
- Sally Ride — American astronaut and physicist (1951–2012)
- Sally Hawkins — English actress (1976–)
- Sally Kirkland — American actress, film producer, and activist (1941–2025)
- Sally Potter — English film director and screenwriter (born 1949)
Frequently Asked Questions About Sally
What does the name Sally mean?
Sally means "Princess", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Sally?
Sally originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Sally a boy or girl name?
Sally is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Sally associated with?
Sally is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Sally?
Yes — notable people named Sally include Sally Field (American actress), Sally Ride (American astronaut and physicist, 1951–2012), Sally Hawkins (English actress, 1976–), Sally Kirkland (American actress, 1941–2025) and Sally Potter (English film director and screenwriter, born 1949).
Last updated: June 2026