Soleil
Soleil is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Sun.
Origin and history
Soleil is a modern French word name meaning 'sun'. While historically uncommon as a given name in France, it has gained steady popularity in the United States in recent decades as a vibrant nature-inspired choice.
Popularity in the United States
5,130 babies in the United States have been named Soleil since 1880. It ranks #2422 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #898.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.1 %)
- NY (12.7 %)
- FL (12.3 %)
- TX (10.8 %)
- NJ (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 120 |
| 1990-2000 | 273 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,422 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,638 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,677 |
Famous people named Soleil
- Soleil Moon Frye: Actress, Director
Fun facts
- It directly translates to 'sun' in French, deriving from the Vulgar Latin *soliculus*.
- The name has seen an increase in usage in the U.S. since the late 20th century, boosted in part by pop culture.