Sal Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sal Name at a Glance

Name	Sal
Meaning	Savior. Diminutive of Salvador.
Origin	Spanish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Sal Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sal means “Savior. Diminutive of Salvador”. 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 Spanish origin. Browse more Spanish 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 boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Sal

When considering Sal for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.