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Solymar

soh-lee-MAR · A modern coinage combining the Spanish word 'sol' (sun) and 'mar' (sea), evoking the sea and sun.

Peak popularity
2013
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Solymar since 1993

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

51015200020102020Most births 2013Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s35
2000s78
2010s78
2020s40

Meaning & origin

Solymar is a modern, rare girls' name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993. It has never cracked the top 1000, maintaining a stable but low level of use. The name's peak year was 2013, after which its trajectory has remained stable. Solymar is a compound of the Spanish words 'sol' (sun) and 'mar' (sea), creating a nature-inspired, coastal feel. Its consistent but minimal usage suggests it appeals to parents seeking a distinctive, lyrical name without widespread popularity.

Solymar is a modern invented name, blending the Spanish elements 'sol' (sun) and 'mar' (sea). It likely emerged in the late 20th century, possibly inspired by place names such as the resort Solymar in Uruguay. The name has been used in the United States since 1993, reflecting a trend of creating lyrical, nature-inspired names.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Sol, Soly, Mari

Sibling names for Solymar

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

Sisters: Luna, Stella, Marina, Cielo, Aurora

Brothers: Lucas, Mateo, Leo, Dylan, Kai

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Solymar mean?
Solymar is a modern blend of the Spanish words 'sol' (sun) and 'mar' (sea), so it symbolically means 'sun and sea' or 'sea sun.'
How popular is Solymar right now?
Solymar is a very rare name in the United States. It has never ranked in the top 1000, and in 2025 it did not reach the threshold for a rank. Its peak usage was in 2013, according to Social Security data.
Is Solymar a boy or girl name?
Solymar is predominantly used for girls. The Social Security Administration records it as a girl's name.