Holding steady, #3,389 for girls today.
Popularity of Solara since 2000
Babies named Solara per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 54 |
| 2010s | 458 |
| 2020s | 245 |
Meaning & origin
Solara is a modern name that entered the U.S. naming landscape in 2000, a product of the trend for invented, luminous names. As of 2025, it ranked 3,389th, with approximately 1 in every 35,717 newborn girls receiving the name. Its greatest popularity was in 2011, and it has since remained relatively stable in usage. The name is most common in California and Texas, reflecting its appeal in sun-drenched states. Solara's etymology is not ancient; it is a contemporary creation that blends the phonetic appeal of names like 'Luna' and 'Stella' with a direct nod to the sun. Its lack of historical baggage makes it a fresh choice for parents seeking a name that feels both modern and evocative of nature.
Solara is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 2000. It appears to be a feminine elaboration of the word 'solar' (from Latin 'sōlāris', meaning 'of the sun'), possibly influenced by the Italian feminine name 'Solara' or the Spanish surname 'Solara'. The name's association with light and warmth likely contributes to its appeal. It has no historical use as a given name before the 21st century.
Where Solara is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Solara” around the world
Where Solara lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sol, Ara, Lara
Sibling names for Solara
Names that share Solara's style, for a brother or sister.
