MallowbyNames

Solangel

so-LAHN-hel · Angel of the sun

Peak popularity
2014
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2020

Rising since 2020.

Popularity of Solangel since 1983

Babies named Solangel per year in U.S. Social Security records.

3691990200020102020Most births 2014Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s16
1990s11
2000s48
2010s42
2020s10

Meaning & origin

A modern Spanish compound name, Solangel entered U.S. birth records in 1983 and reached its peak popularity in 2014. Since 2020 the name has been on an upward trajectory, reflecting a renewed taste for romantic, faith-inspired coinages. While it has not ranked among the top thousand names nationally and has no single state concentration, Solangel fits a larger trend of blending nature and religious imagery: 'sol' evokes warmth and light, 'angel' celestial guardianship. The name's steady climb over the past five years suggests it appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet familiar within Spanish-speaking communities.

Solangel is a Spanish compound name combining 'sol' (sun) and 'ángel' (angel). It is a modern coinage, likely emerging in the late 20th century, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities in the United States. The name reflects a trend of combining nature elements with religious imagery, conveying a celestial and luminous quality.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Soli, Ange, Sol, Angie

Variants: Sol Ángel, Sol-Ange

Sibling names for Solangel

Names that share Solangel's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

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Questions parents ask

What does Solangel mean?
Solangel means 'angel of the sun,' combining the Spanish words for sun and angel.
How popular is Solangel?
Solangel first appeared in U.S. records in 1983. It peaked in popularity in 2014 and has been rising in use since 2020, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Is Solangel a boy or girl name?
Solangel is almost exclusively used for girls.