Rising since 2003, #1,250 for girls today.
Popularity of Solene since 2000
Babies named Solene per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 115 |
| 2020s | 369 |
Meaning & origin
Solene is a French feminine name that entered U.S. records in 2000 and has been steadily rising in popularity since 2003. In 2025, it ranked 1250, with about 1 in 8979 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak year so far is 2025, indicating growing appeal. The name is most common in Colorado, California, and Washington. Solene fits into a trend of soft, elegant French names that sound both distinctive and familiar. While still uncommon, its upward trajectory suggests it may continue to gain favor among parents seeking a name with a serene, dignified meaning.
Solene is a French name derived from the Latin word 'sollemnis', meaning 'solemn' or 'dignified'. It is a feminine form of Solen, a rare French given name that emerged in the late 20th century. The name has seen modest usage in France and other French-speaking regions, and began appearing in U.S. records in 2000.
Where Solene is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Solene” around the world
Where Solene lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
130
babies in 2024
Quebec
17
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sol, Lena
Sibling names for Solene
Names that share Solene's style, for a brother or sister.
