Rising since 2015, #3,342 for girls today.
Popularity of Solai since 2004
Babies named Solai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 18 |
| 2020s | 135 |
Meaning & origin
Solai is a rare name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2004. As of 2025, it ranks #3342, with about 1 in 34,941 babies given this name. Its popularity has been rising steadily since 2015, with a peak year in 2025. The name is most common in Pennsylvania. The etymology is uncertain; it may derive from a Tamil word meaning 'king' or 'lion,' or it could be a modern invented name drawing on fashionable sounds. Given its recent emergence and sparse use, Solai remains a distinctive choice without a well-attested historical background.
Solai is a name of debated origin. It may be a variant of the Tamil name Solai, meaning 'king' or 'lion', or it could be a modern coinage inspired by sounds popular in contemporary American naming. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2004 and has seen gradual use, primarily in Pennsylvania.
Where Solai is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sol, Lai
Sibling names for Solai
Names that share Solai's style, for a brother or sister.
