Sally

**Sally (Sal'lya) is a feminine name of Latin origin, adopted into Russian through Italian Neopaganism. It derives from the Latin name **Salina** (or **Salina**), meaning **'salt'**. The connection to salt is explained by the mythical Salt Sea, the goddess of salt—Salinis—and geographical names associated with salt deposits or saltwater bodies. The name was borrowed into Russian sources comparatively late, in the 19th century, often being compared to the Italian name Carmen, which also relates to the Salt Maiden. However, the direct meaning of Sally remains 'salt' or 'salty'. Historically, the name became popular in Russia and the CIS due to the influence of the English language, especially after the Great October Revolution of 1917, when many foreign names began to be actively used. In the English variant **Sally** (Sally), the meaning is unchanged—'salt' or 'salty' (from Sally—salty). In the Russian-speaking environment, Sally is also associated with English speakers, though the meaning remains the same. The characteristics associated with the name Sally are linked to its meaning: people with this name are often perceived as cheerful, attractive, possessing inner strength and originality. They can be 'salty' in character—resilient to stress, yet unpredictable and unconventional. Sally is a name that makes its bearers feel confident without being dull. Notable bearers of the name Sally in the world include the actress **Marlene Diamond** (Marlene Diamond), the singer known by the stage name Marlene Manson (Marlene Diamond), and the American actress and TV host **Ellen Morley** (Ellen Morley). In the Russian-speaking environment, the name is less common, but for example, the singer **Sally Zverev** is known. The popularity of the name Sally in Russia and other CIS countries is relatively low, but it remains recognizable and valued for its uniqueness and pleasant sound. It emphasizes individuality and distinctive charm. Variants of spelling and diminutives for the name Sally include: **Sally, Salina, Sally, Sallya, Sally.** In Russian, the spelling **Sally** is sometimes used, corresponding to the English variant.