Sal
Sal: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Sal
- A diminutive of the male given names Salomon, Salvador, and Salvatore.
- A diminutive of the female given name Sally.
How popular is Sal?
Since 1880, 3,663 boys in the U.S. have been named Sal. Its highest rank for boys was #702 in 1958. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Sal
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Sibling name ideas for Sal
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Sal FAQ
What does the name Sal mean?
A diminutive of the male given names Salomon, Salvador, and Salvatore. A diminutive of the female given name Sally.
How popular is the name Sal?
Since 1880, 3,663 boys in the U.S. have been named Sal. Its highest rank for boys was #702 in 1958. In 2025, 13 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Sal a boy or girl name?
Sal is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,663 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.