Sal Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sal is listed in our database as a girl name of English origin. Its recorded meaning is “Diminutive of Sally (from Sarah: princess”.

Sal Name at a Glance

Name Sal
Meaning Diminutive of Sally (from Sarah: princess).
Origin English
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Sal Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sal means “Diminutive of Sally (from Sarah: princess”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Sal Name Origin

Our database records Sal under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Sal a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Sal is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Sal

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