Sallie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAL-ee / ˈsæliEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Sarah; Hebrew: Princess
Historical & Cultural Background
Sallie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Sarah, which has roots in Hebrew. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century. It has been used as both a standalone name and a nickname. Sallie has a vintage charm and is sometimes associated with Southern culture in the United States.
Trend Summary
Sallie has seen a decline in popularity in recent decades, remaining relatively uncommon in contemporary naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sally
International Variants
- Sally (English)
- Salli (Finnish)
Famous people named Sallie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sallie was first seen in the United States in 1897. Sallie has ranked as high as #881 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Sallie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sallie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |