Salli

The first name Salli is the Finnish variant as well as an English spelling of Sally, which is considered a diminutive of Sarah or Sara.

What does the name Salli mean?

Salli is the Finnish form and an English variant of Sally, which in turn is a diminutive of Sarah or Sara. The name has biblical and Hebrew origins and is associated with meanings such as 'the princess', 'the lady', or 'the mistress', derived from the Ancient Hebrew śārâ, meaning 'princess, lady'. Salli is particularly common in Finland as well as in English-speaking regions, where the variant Sallie is also frequently found. A well-known person with this name is the American actress Salli Richardson.

Where does the name Salli come from?

The name Salli is a feminine first name with Ancient Hebrew roots, whose meanings include 'the princess' or 'the lady'. It is composed of the Ancient Hebrew word śārâ for 'princess, lady'. The name is prevalent in American, English, and Finnish languages.

How do you pronounce Salli?

Salli is pronounced like 'Sah-li'.

When is the name day of Salli?

The name day for Salli is celebrated on July 13 and October 9.

Popularity

In Germany, Salli is a rather rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,220th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best ranking was in 2007, when it reached 1,198th place. In the last ten years, the name Salli has been given about 20 times, placing it 7,036th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 8,440th.

Nicknames & pet names

Sal / Salitos

Famous people

• Salli Richardson (American actress and director)
• Salli Saffioti (American actress and voice actress)