Soleil Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Soleil originates from French, meaning 'sun', and has evolved from Old French and Latin roots. It conveys traits of brightness and warmth, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in modern times as a distinctive choice. Notable figures with this name contribute to its positive perception.
The name Soleil 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Soleil has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Soleil' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14599th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5138th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1556th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1226th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Soleil' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Soleil"
Pronunciation
/səˈleɪ/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Soleil is derived from the French word for 'sun'. It is often associated with brightness and warmth.
Meaning
sun
Language Evolution
Old French: solel, Latin: sol
Historical Usage
Soleil gained popularity in the 20th century as a given name, particularly in French-speaking regions and among those influenced by French culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Solea, Sol
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Soleil is perceived as a unique and vibrant name, often associated with positivity and energy.
Famous People
Soleil Moon Frye, an American actress and director., Soleil Ho, a food writer and editor.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Soleil"
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 "Soleil"
"Soleil" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14599th of 23106 | 30 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5138th of 27321 | 266 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1556th of 35406 | 2,113 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1226th of 30306 | 2,388 |
Regional Popularity of "Soleil" 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 "Soleil" 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) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
45.46% 2872nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.84% 2238th/4582 |
21.94% 1133rd/5164 |
24.49% 1791st/7313 |
16.53% 1234th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.11% 2116th/3984 |
20.19% 906th/4487 |
19.91% 1358th/6822 |
14.96% 939th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Soleil"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Soleil" 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.