Solei Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Solei is a name of French origin meaning 'sun'. It evolved from the Latin 'sol' through Old French 'soleil' to its modern form. The name embodies warmth and brightness, symbolizing positive traits. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity as a unique choice in recent decades.
The name Solei is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Solei has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Solei' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6498th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3729th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Solei' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Solei"
Pronunciation
/soʊˈleɪ/
Origin
French
Etymology
Solei is derived from the French word 'soleil', which means 'sun'. The name carries connotations of brightness and warmth, reflecting the qualities associated with the sun.
Meaning
sun
Language Evolution
Latin: sol, Old French: soleil, Modern French: soleil
Historical Usage
Solei has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, as a unique and whimsical name choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Soleil, Soleia, Soleyna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Solei is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with positivity and brightness due to its meaning related to the sun.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Solei"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Solei"
"Solei" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6498th of 35406 | 293 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3729th of 30306 | 494 |
Regional Popularity of "Solei" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Solei" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
56.59% 4223rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
56.56% 2538th/4487 |
48.68% 3321st/6822 |
52.04% 3266th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Solei"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Solei" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.