Bright, shining, or a diminutive of Sarah
Zali is primarily used in Australia, where it is often considered a diminutive of the Hebrew name Sarah, meaning princess. It is also associated with the Polish name Rozalia or as a modern creation meaning bright or shining. It gained significant visibility due to Australian Olympic skier Zali Steggall.
Less common today
Zali isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #14,553 in 2020.
Olympic medalist skier and Australian politician
American actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
