Everything about the name SOL

Meaning, origin, history

Sol" is a name of Latin origin meaning "sun". It is often used as a boy's name but can also be given to girls. The name has been popular throughout history and was particularly common in ancient Roman culture. Today, Sol continues to be a popular choice among parents looking for unique and meaningful names for their children.

Popularity of the name SOL since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The name Sol has a rich history in the United States, with its popularity ebbing and flowing over time. In the late 1800s, it was quite uncommon, with only around 10-20 births per year between 1880 and 1900. However, starting from 1902, there was a significant increase in its popularity, reaching as high as 73 births in 1910.

The name Sol peaked in popularity during the early 1910s, with over 160 births per year between 1912 and 1915. This trend continued until around 1924 when it began to decline again. From 1925 onwards, the number of births with the name Sol fluctuated between around 10-70 annually.

There was a brief resurgence in its popularity during the late 1960s and early 1970s, reaching as high as 26 births in 1972. After that, it once again started to decrease until the late 1980s when there were consistently fewer than 20 births per year.

However, since the mid-1990s, there has been another increase in its popularity, with over 50 births annually between 1994 and 2005. The trend continued until around 2016, with Sol being among the top 1000 most popular baby names in the United States.

In recent years, Sol has remained relatively stable in terms of popularity, with around 50-100 births per year between 2017 and 2023. Overall, since the records began in 1880 until 2023, there have been a total of 7913 babies named Sol born in the United States.

In conclusion, while the name Sol has not always been incredibly popular throughout its history in the US, it has maintained a consistent presence and has experienced periods of notable popularity. Its current popularity suggests that it continues to be considered as a viable and appealing choice for parents looking to give their child a unique yet meaningful name.