Rising since 2018, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Solae since 2000
Babies named Solae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 66 |
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Solae is a modern, sun-inspired name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2000. Though still extremely rare, it has shown a rising trajectory since 2018, reaching a rank of 9,457 in 2025. Its peak year so far was 2006, but recent growth suggests increasing appeal. With no deep historical roots, Solae appeals to parents seeking a unique, luminous-sounding name. Its connection to the sun gives it a warm, positive feel, and its -ae ending aligns with trendy names like Nova and Luna.
Solae first appears in U.S. records around 2000, suggesting a modern coinage. It may blend the Spanish word 'sol' (sun) with a fashionable -ae suffix, or be a creative respelling of Solay. No traditional etymology exists, as it is a product of contemporary naming trends.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sol, Sola, Lae
Variants: Solay, Solaeh
Sibling names for Solae
Names that share Solae's style, for a brother or sister.
