Solly
Hebrew
"peace"
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Solly Origin and Meaning
The name Solly is a boy's name.
Solly is a charming masculine name that typically functions as a diminutive of Solomon, which comes from Hebrew origins meaning 'peace' or 'peaceful.' Solly has a warm, friendly quality that feels both vintage and approachable. Throughout the 20th century, it was particularly common as a nickname in Jewish communities. While never reaching mainstream popularity as a given name in its own right, Solly has maintained steady usage as both a nickname and standalone name. It carries associations with wisdom and kindness inherited from its connection to Solomon, the biblical king renowned for his wisdom. The name has a pleasant, familiar sound despite its relative rarity in official records.
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- Solly ZuckermanBaron Zuckerman, British zoologist, researcher and activist
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- Solomon Joseph "Solly" HemusAmerican baseball player and manager
- Saul S. "Solly" ShermanAmerican NFL player
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