סאלי
Meaning of the name סאלי
The name Sally is a distinctive feminine name that bridges ancient tradition with modern international character. It serves as a Western affectionate variant of the biblical Hebrew name Sarah, one of the most central and significant figures in the Bible. Sarah, the matriarch of the Hebrew nation and wife of Abraham, was a symbol of strength, faith, and female leadership. The name Sally preserves the spiritual and cultural connection to the original name while giving it a more accessible and international character suited to the modern, globalized world. In Jewish culture, the name Sally carries all the profound meanings of the name Sarah - 'Sarah' in biblical Hebrew means 'princess' or 'noblewoman.' When God changed her name from 'Sarai' to 'Sarah,' He granted her the status of mother to an entire nation, a spiritual princess who would influence countless generations. Sally, as a modern variant, reflects that same spiritual nobility and connection to heritage, but in a form more suitable for a multicultural environment. Women bearing this name enjoy the advantage of a name that is recognized and easy to pronounce in many languages, while maintaining deep Jewish identity. The name Sally spread throughout Jewish communities worldwide, particularly in Europe and America, beginning in the 19th century. It became especially popular among Jewish families seeking ways to preserve tradition while adapting to new cultural environments. In Israel, the name carries special significance - it expresses a bridge between the glorious past and the modern present, between biblical roots and openness to the world. Women named Sally are often perceived as having warm, accessible, and friendly personalities, combining inner strength with social sensitivity. The name reflects a family that values both tradition and openness, both roots and growth.
The name סאלי with vowels
סָאלִי
The name סאלי in English
Sally | Sallie | Salli
Is the name סאלי considered international
No
Origin of the name סאלי from the Bible
Genesis 17:15 - And God said unto Abraham: 'As for Sarai thy wife, thou shalt not call her name Sarai, but Sarah shall her name be.'
Origin of the name סאלי from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, the name Sally carries the energy of the name Sarah - a light of sovereignty and spiritual nobility. The name represents the sefirah of Malchut in its feminine manifestation, combining chesed and gevurah. It expresses the ability to integrate different worlds and serve as a bridge between deep spirituality and practical expression in the material world.
Gematria value for the name סאלי
101
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60
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1
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30
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10
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Numerology value for the name סאלי
2
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60
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1
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30
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10
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101
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1
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0
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1
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2
Famous people named סאלי
Sally Field - Oscar-winning American actress | Sally Ride - First American woman in space | Sally Hawkins - Renowned British actress | Sally Clarkson - British singer | Baba Sali - Rabbi Yisrael Abuhatzeira, spiritual leader
Total times the name סאלי was registered
2074 times
Graph of the name סאלי
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022