Sally
girl name#1150 in 2025Sally entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #52 in 1939, ranks #1150 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1150
rank today
#52
peak (1939)
201
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #184 |
| 1890s | #206 |
| 1900s | #170 |
| 1910s | #160 |
| 1920s | #173 |
| 1930s | #70 |
| 1940s | #64 |
| 1950s | #94 |
| 1960s | #167 |
| 1970s | #277 |
| 1980s | #384 |
| 1990s | #576 |
| 2000s | #963 |
| 2010s | #1174 |
| 2020s | #1216 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Sally has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 124,000 people named Sally are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Sally alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Sally in 2025?
- Sally ranks #1150 among US girl names in 2025, with 201 babies given the name.
- When was the name Sally most popular?
- Sally peaked in 1939, reaching #52 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Sally with classmates?
- Sally will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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